Best 6 Caramel Corn And Pretzel Mix Recipes

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Caramel corn and pretzel mix is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a sweet and salty treat to enjoy at home or a festive snack to serve at a party, this recipe has you covered. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of time, you can create a caramel corn and pretzel mix that is sure to please everyone.

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CARAMEL PRETZEL NUT POPCORN



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This is a very good holiday treat the my kids can't get enough of. It combines the sweetness of caramel with the saltiness of pretzels, nuts and popcorn. There is no mess because it is mixed in a large throw-away brown bag!

Provided by rookieswife

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 cups broken salted pretzels
20 cups popped popcorn
4 cups dry roasted peanuts
3 cups brown sugar
¾ cup light corn syrup
1 ½ cups butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place the pretzels, popcorn and peanuts into a large paper bag or, if you have one, a very large bowl. Set aside.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Cook, stirring to melt the butter and dissolve the sugar, until the mixture comes to a boil. Once the mixture is at a full boil, continue to cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from the heat, and stir in the salt, vanilla, and baking soda. The mixture will foam up when you add the soda, so use a long spoon to stir. Immediately pour the sugar mixture over the popcorn and pretzels in the bag. Shake until evenly coated. For a crispier treat, boil the sugar mixture longer, or bake the finished mix in the oven at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.5 calories, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 616.7 mg, Sugar 16.1 g

CHEWY CARAMEL POPCORN AND PRETZEL BARS



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This salty-sweet treat is one that both kids and adults alike will love. Plain popcorn and coarsely chopped salted pretzels are mixed together with a rich caramel and marshmallow sauce. It's an ooey-gooey, absoultely irresistible bite.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

Nonstick cooking spray
12 cups plain popped popcorn (from 1/2 cup kernels or 2 microwave packages)
4 cups coarsely chopped small salted pretzels (7.5 ounces)
2 cups sugar
Coarse salt
2/3 cup heavy cream
2 cups miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. In a large bowl, toss together popcorn and pretzels. In a medium saucepan, bring sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup water to a boil over medium-high. Boil, undisturbed, until mixture is amber in color, 8 to 12 minutes. Remove pan from heat and slowly pour in cream (mixture will sputter). Immediately add marshmallows; stir until melted.
  • Pour caramel mixture over popcorn and pretzels and quickly stir with a rubber spatula to coat. Transfer mixture to dish and use a piece of plastic wrap coated with cooking spray to press evenly into dish. Sprinkle with coarse salt if desired. Let cool completely before cutting into 12 bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g

CARAMEL CORN AND PRETZEL MIX



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A crunchy and delicious snack mix made with pretzels, popcorn, and pecans.

Provided by Leslie

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup unpopped popcorn
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups small pretzel twists
4 cups crispy rice cereal squares
2 cups pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  • Place popcorn in a large pot with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Over a low heat, begin to pop the popcorn. Constantly shake the pot to ensure that the popcorn kernels and oil do not burn. Once the popping has slowed, remove the pot from heat.
  • In a large saucepan, mix butter or margarine, brown sugar and corn syrup. Bring this mixture to a boil (over a medium heat) while stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low and do not stir for 5 minutes. Remove the pan from heat and mix in baking powder and vanilla extract, stirring carefully.
  • In a large baking pan, combine popcorn, pretzels, cereal and pecans. Pour the butter mixture over the popcorn mixture, stir to coat.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, stirring the mixture after the first 15 minutes have elapsed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.7 calories, Carbohydrate 45.3 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 233.5 mg, Sugar 18.5 g

HONEY-ROASTED PEANUT AND PRETZEL CARAMEL CORN CRUNCH



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Provided by Silvana Nardone

Categories     dessert

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup coconut sugar
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons brown rice syrup
1 cup unsalted roasted peanuts
5 cups unsalted popped popcorn
1 cup gluten-free mini pretzels
Salt, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. In a small saucepan, cook the coconut sugar, honey, brown rice syrup and peanuts over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer registers 290 degrees F, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the popcorn and pretzels to a large heatproof bowl. Pour the sugar mixture over the popcorn and pretzels, and quickly stir to coat. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet, spreading out the caramel corn. Sprinkle with salt and let cool completely, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calorie, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 84 milligrams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams

BEER AND PRETZEL CARAMELS



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Beer and pretzels are a natural combination-mix them with smooth caramel and you have an awesome candy. The guys will go wild over these crunchy, chunky chews. -Jenni Sharp, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h50m

Yield about 3 pounds (81 servings).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups miniature pretzels
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
CARAMELS:
4 cups dark beer
1 teaspoon plus 1 cup butter, divided
3 cups sugar
2/3 cup corn syrup
2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided
1/3 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine sugar and salt; set aside. In a large bowl, combine the pretzels, oil and vanilla. Add sugar mixture; toss to coat. Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. foil-lined baking pan coated with cooking spray., Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool completely. Coarsely chop pretzels; set aside., In a large saucepan, bring beer to a boil; cook until reduced to 2/3 cup. Set aside to cool., Meanwhile, line a 9-in. square pan with foil; grease the foil with 1 teaspoon butter and set aside., In a Dutch oven, combine the sugar, corn syrup, 2/3 cup cream, water, salt and remaining butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 238°, about 20 minutes. In a small bowl, combine reduced beer and remaining cream; slowly stir into sugar mixture., Using a pastry brush dipped in cold water, wash down the sides of the pan to eliminate sugar crystals. Cook, stirring constantly, until a candy thermometer reads 245° (firm-ball stage), about 30 minutes., Remove from the heat. Pour into prepared pan (do not scrape saucepan); sprinkle with candied pretzels and kosher salt. Let stand until firm, about 5 hours or overnight. Using foil, lift candy out of pan. Discard foil; cut candy into 1-in. squares using a buttered knife. Wrap individually in waxed paper; twist ends.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 91mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CARAMEL CORN TREATS



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A funky-fun twist on traditional Rice Krispie squares, these are a cinch to make and will delight the kiddies.-Cathy Tang, Redmond, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups caramel corn
2 cups miniature pretzels
1 cup Goldfish cheddar crackers
1-1/4 cups Reese's pieces, divided
1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the caramel corn, pretzels, crackers and 1 cup Reese's pieces. In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt marshmallows and butter; add vanilla and stir until smooth. Pour over pretzel mixture; stir until well coated., Press into a greased 13x9-in. pan. Sprinkle with remaining Reese's pieces; press lightly. Let stand until set. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 128mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh popcorn for the best results. Stale popcorn will not have the same flavor or texture.
  • Be careful not to overcook the popcorn. Overcooked popcorn will be tough and chewy.
  • Use a large pot or Dutch oven to make the caramel corn. This will give the popcorn plenty of room to pop.
  • Stir the popcorn constantly while it is cooking. This will help to prevent the popcorn from burning.
  • Add the pretzels to the caramel corn after it has cooled slightly. This will help to prevent the pretzels from getting soggy.
  • Store the caramel corn and pretzel mix in an airtight container at room temperature. It will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Caramel corn and pretzel mix is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for parties, potlucks, and movie nights. It is also a great gift for friends and family. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make this classic treat at home. So what are you waiting for? Give it a try today!

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