Best 7 Caramel Snack Mix Recipes

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Craving a sweet and salty treat that's perfect for movie nights, parties, or just snacking on the go? Look no further! Caramel snack mix is a delightful combination of crunchy, salty pretzels, popped popcorn, roasted nuts, and gooey, sweet caramel. With endless possibilities for variations and flavors, you can easily customize it to your liking. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or want to experiment with different ingredients, this versatile snack mix is sure to satisfy your cravings. Let's dive into the world of caramel snack mix and explore the best recipes that will elevate your snacking experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARAMEL SNACK MIX



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This is the most requested item I bring to the office. It has become the Christmas gift of choice from my kitchen.

Provided by Trish Bennett

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup butter
¾ cup white corn syrup
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup almonds
1 (12 ounce) package crispy corn and rice cereal

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Spray a large roasting pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a medium-size microwave safe bowl, mix butter, white corn syrup and brown sugar. Place the mixture in the microwave and cook 2 minutes, or until butter melts.
  • Place the cereal, pecans and almonds into the prepared roasting pan. Pour the melted butter mixture over the cereal and nuts and mix gently until the cereal and nuts are coated.
  • Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
  • As the snack mix is cooling, be sure to continue to stir so that the mix will not harden in one big lump.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.9 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 182.6 mg, Sugar 16.3 g

CARAMEL SNACK MIX



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Instead of the usual savory cereal snack mix, this version gets just the right amount of sweetness from brown sugar and corn syrup. -Barbara Strohbehn, Gladbrook, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups Rice Chex
6 cups Corn Chex
6 cups Crispix
1 cup butter, cubed
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Grease three 15x10x1-in. baking pans; set aside. In a large heat-proof bowl, combine the cereals; set aside., In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, bring the butter, brown sugar and corn syrup to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Pour over cereal and stir until well coated., Transfer to prepared pans. Bake, uncovered, at 200° for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely. Break apart and store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 272mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CARAMEL CORN SNACK MIX



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This is a sweet party snack mix recipe.

Provided by PAMPERED

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Popcorn Recipes

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 cups popped popcorn
4 cups crispy rice cereal squares
2 cups small pretzel twists
1 cup pecan halves
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup butter
¼ cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the popcorn, cereal, pretzels and pecans.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, butter and corn syrup. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low; cook without stirring for 5 minutes.
  • Remove saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla and baking soda. Pour over popcorn mixture and toss until evenly coated.
  • Bake at 300 degrees F (150 degrees F) for 30 minutes, stirring after 15 minutes. Transfer to large piece of parchment paper and cool completely. Break into chunks once cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 291.1 mg, Sugar 16.7 g

CARAMEL APPLE SNACK MIX



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This recipe has been a real hit with family and friends of Melody Michaelis in Sycamore, Illinois. "It's simple, deliciously crunchy and makes up a party-sized portion! Crispix, Apple Jacks and caramel coating give it a unique flavor that's great for all ages."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 5 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 9

7 cups popped popcorn
4 cups Crispix
4 cups Apple Jacks cereal
2 cups salted peanuts
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup light corn syrup
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • In a large greased roasting pan, combine the popcorn, cereals and peanuts; set aside. In a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and corn syrup; bring to a rolling boil over medium-low heat, stirring constantly. Cook, without stirring, until mixture turns a medium amber color, about 8 minutes. , Remove from the heat; quickly stir in vanilla and baking soda until mixture is light and foamy. Immediately pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated. , Bake at 250° for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread mixture onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Cool completely. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 192mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CARAMEL SNACK ATTACK MIX



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I have a house full of picky kids, so I end up with lots of open boxes of cereal. This works with pretty much any cereal you'd want to eat. I've used Kix, Apple Jacks, Rice Krispies, Cheerios, Cocoa Puffs, even Life! I like the stick or mini pretzels the best. I'd bet the big sourdough ones, crushed a bit of course, would be really good too. Please please please be very careful with the boiling syrup. Keep an ice bath nearby in case you spill on yourself. Any seasoned candy maker knows how horrible candy burns are.

Provided by LilPinkieJ

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons light Karo syrup
1 cup Rice Chex
1 cup Cheerios toasted oat cereal
1 cup pretzel
1 cup dry roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • Place butter, brown sugar and Karo syrup in sauce pot and boil for 6 minutes without stirring.
  • Combine 4 cups of any combination of ingredients you want in large bowl.
  • Pour hot butter/sugar/Karo mixture over and mix well.
  • Spread mixture on waxed paper to cool and break into small chunks.Store in airtight container. Can be frozen.

CRUNCHY CARAMEL SNACK MIX



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"This recipe is a sure-fire hit with all ages," relates Lauren Biggs of Suwanee, Georgia. "The popcorn-and-nut combination is great for packaging in sandwich bags and selling at bake sales."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 3 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups popped popcorn
3 cups Crispix
2 cups Cheerios
1-1/4 cups pecan halves
1-1/4 cups dry-roasted peanuts
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • In a greased roasting pan, combine the popcorn, cereals and nuts. In a large saucepan, bring the brown sugar, butter and corn syrup to a boil. Boil until a candy thermometer reads 250° (hard-ball stage), about 5 minutes., Remove from the heat; immediately stir in vanilla and baking soda. Drizzle over popcorn mixture; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 250° for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Fat 25g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 387mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CARAMEL SNACK MIX



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My family loves this snack. However it doesnt last long so that speaks for itself!

Provided by Diane Lowe

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 stick butter
3/4 c white syrup
1 c brown sugar, firmly packed
1-12 oz box crispix cereal
1 c pecans, halved
1 c walnut halves

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 275 degrees. Spray large roasting pan with cooking spray.
  • 2. In a med. size mixing bowl, mix butter, sugar & syrup. Microwave on high 2 min. or until butter melts.
  • 3. Pour cereal & nuts into roasting pan, then pour melted butter mixture over & stir until well coated. Bake in oven for 1 hour stirring every 15 min. Let cool stirring occasionally to prevent clumps. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your snack mix.
  • Use a variety of nuts and seeds: This will give your snack mix a more interesting texture and flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make caramel snack mix, so feel free to get creative and try different combinations of ingredients.
  • Make sure to coat the nuts and seeds evenly with caramel: This will help to prevent them from sticking together.
  • Spread the coated nuts and seeds out on a baking sheet and bake them in a preheated oven: This will help to dry them out and make them crispy.
  • Let the snack mix cool completely before storing it: This will help to prevent it from becoming sticky.
  • Store the snack mix in an airtight container: This will help to keep it fresh and crispy.

Conclusion:

Caramel snack mix is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover candy or nuts, and it is also a great gift. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a caramel snack mix that everyone will enjoy.

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