Popcorn Nibble Mix
Get ready to elevate your snacking game with this irresistible Popcorn Nibble Mix—a sweet, salty, and crunchy treat that’s perfect for parties, movie nights, or anytime munching! This delightful recipe combines fluffy popped popcorn, crunchy mini pretzels, and mixed nuts with the rich sweetness of candied pecans and a luscious homemade maple caramel sauce. To top it all off, a sprinkle of milk and white chocolate chips adds a decadent finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make snack blend is baked to golden perfection, creating a caramelized crunch that’s impossible to resist. Whether you're serving it fresh or storing it for later, this crowd-pleasing snack mix is a guaranteed hit!
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Ingredients
- 8 cups popped popcorn
- 2 cups mini pretzels
- 1 cup mixed nuts
- 0.5 cup candied pecans
- 0.5 cup milk chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup white chocolate chips
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the popped popcorn, mini pretzels, mixed nuts, and candied pecans. Toss them together to evenly distribute.
Step 3
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the brown sugar, maple syrup, and salt. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly, for about 2-3 minutes until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture thickens slightly.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
Pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn mix in the bowl. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Step 6
Spread the coated popcorn mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, stirring once halfway through to ensure even toasting.
Step 8
Remove the tray from the oven and allow the mix to cool completely on the baking sheet. The caramel will harden as it cools, adding a delightful crunch.
Step 9
Once cooled, sprinkle the milk chocolate chips and white chocolate chips over the popcorn mix.
Step 10
Transfer the Popcorn Nibble Mix to a serving bowl or an airtight container for storage. Enjoy your delicious snack!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (923.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4415.1 |
| Total Fat 243.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 86.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 19.2g | |
| Cholesterol 160mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6350.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 525.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 32.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 216.6g | |
| Protein 77.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 678.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 21.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2506.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories