Caramel Corn and Pretzel Mix
Indulge in this irresistible symphony of sweet and salty! Our Caramel Corn and Pretzel Mix is a delightful concoction of crunchy pretzels, fluffy popcorn, and buttery pecans, all coated in a luscious homemade caramel. Perfect for movie nights, game days, or anytime you crave a satisfying snack.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
45 g
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Cholesterol
16 mg
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Fiber
4 g
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Protein
4 g
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Saturated Fat
5 g
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Sodium
234 mg
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Sugar
19 g
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Fat
19 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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5 mins
Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
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10 mins
Pop the popcorn: In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine popcorn kernels and vegetable oil. Cover and cook over medium-low heat, shaking the pot frequently to prevent burning. Once the popping slows to several seconds between pops, remove from heat. (10 minutes)
03 Step
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12 mins
Make the caramel: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and simmer, without stirring, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in baking powder and vanilla extract. The mixture will foam up slightly. (12 minutes)
04 Step
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8 mins
Combine and coat: In a very large bowl or roasting pan, combine popped popcorn, pretzels, cereal, and pecans. Pour the caramel mixture over the dry ingredients and stir gently but thoroughly to coat everything evenly. (8 minutes)
05 Step
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45 mins
Bake and cool: Spread the mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, to ensure even caramelization. Remove from oven and let cool completely before breaking into pieces and serving. (45 minutes)
For an extra nutty flavor, toast the pecan halves in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes before adding them to the mix.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. The caramel may soften slightly over time.
Feel free to substitute other nuts, such as almonds or walnuts, for the pecans.
If you don't have crispy rice cereal squares, you can use another type of cereal with a similar texture.
Be careful when making the caramel, as it will be very hot.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.5/ 5 ( 29 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Aimee Grady
Apr 27, 2025So easy to make and tastes better than store-bought!
Nicholaus Spinka
Apr 25, 2025I added a pinch of sea salt to the caramel for a salted caramel version, and it was amazing!
Jerrold Breitenberg
Oct 31, 2024This recipe is a winner! My family devoured it in one sitting.
Aaron Abshire
Sep 22, 2024The baking time is crucial – don't skip the stirring!