Caramel Snack Attack Mix

Dive into the irresistible world of sweet and salty perfection with this Caramel Snack Attack Mix! Bursting with crave-worthy ingredients like fluffy popped popcorn, crunchy mini pretzels, and salted peanuts, this snack mix is coated in a dreamy homemade caramel sauce that’s rich with buttery sweetness and a hint of vanilla. Baked to crispy, golden perfection and optionally topped with melty mini chocolate chips, this crowd-pleasing treat strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and satisfaction. Ready in under an hour, it’s a must-have for parties, movie nights, or gifting—and it stays fresh for days! Perfectly portable and addictively delicious, this caramel snack mix will have everyone coming back for more.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 8 cups Popped popcorn
• 2 cups Mini pretzels
• 1 cup Salted peanuts (or mixed nuts)
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Light brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Light corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 cup Mini chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the popped popcorn, mini pretzels, and salted peanuts. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar and corn syrup, stirring constantly until the mixture begins to bubble.

Step 4

Once bubbling, allow the caramel mixture to boil for 3-4 minutes without stirring. Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam slightly—this is normal.

Step 5

Immediately pour the hot caramel over the popcorn mixture in the bowl. Use a spatula to gently toss and coat everything evenly.

Step 6

Spread the caramel-coated snack mix onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.

Step 7

Bake the snack mix in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even coating and prevent burning.

Step 8

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the snack mix cool completely on the tray. As it cools, the caramel will harden.

Step 9

If desired, sprinkle the mini chocolate chips over the cooled snack mix. The chips will slightly melt and adhere to the mix.

Step 10

Break the cooled snack mix into bite-sized clusters and store in an airtight container for up to a week. Enjoy your Caramel Snack Attack Mix!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(882.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3745.6

Total Fat 147.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 124mg	0%
Sodium 5711.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 596.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.0g	0%
Total Sugars 307.1g
Protein 57.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 380.1mg	0%
Iron 19.7mg	0%
Potassium 1801.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.6%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 60.6%