Best 4 Nutty Popcorn Party Mix Recipes

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Popcorn party mix is a delightful snack that is undoubtedly a favorite for any type of party or gathering. If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make nutty popcorn party mix recipe, you've come to the right place! This article will provide you with instructions on how to create the perfect nutty popcorn party mix that is sure to be enjoyed by everyone.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

POPCORN NUT MIX



Popcorn Nut Mix image

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 9 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

10 cups popped popcorn
1 cup mixed nuts
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place popcorn and nuts in a large bowl; set aside. In a small saucepan, combine the honey, orange zest, orange juice and cinnamon. Bring to a boil. Pour over popcorn mixture; toss to coat. Transfer to an ungreased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes, stirring twice. Cool completely on waxed paper. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 68mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

NUTTY POPCORN PARTY MIX



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Whoever receives this crunchy concoction is guaranteed merry munching. The snapped-up-in-seconds party mix features a combination of sweet and savory flavors. --Zita Wilensky, North Miami Beach, Florida

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 quarts popped popcorn
1 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts
1 (3.5 ounce) jar macadamia nuts, halved
½ cup slivered almonds
¼ cup flaked coconut
¾ cup butter (no substitutes)
1 cup sugar
½ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup light corn syrup
¼ cup strong brewed coffee
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine popcorn, nuts and coconut. In a saucepan, combine the butter, sugars, corn syrup, coffee and cinnamon. Bring to a boil over medium heat; boil and stir for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Pour over popcorn mixture and stir until coated.
  • Transfer to two greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pans. Bake, uncovered, at 250 degrees F for 45-55 minutes or until golden brown, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread onto waxed paper; cool completely. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Carbohydrate 31.2 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 23.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 157.4 mg, Sugar 21.9 g

SWEET-AND-SALTY PARTY MIX



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This joyful, crunchy snack to share with friends (and enjoy with cocktails) relies on corn syrup, sugar and soy sauce for a balance of sweet and savory. The glaze in this recipe is a riff on the sweet-and-salty coating used in cereal-seaweed snack mixes found in Hawaii that bakes into an irresistible, super-crisp shell. A bit of Worcestershire sauce lend some tang, and cayenne adds a surprising touch of heat. Use the mix-in amounts as a guide, and feel free to use whatever cereals, crackers and nuts speak to you.

Provided by Samantha Seneviratne

Categories     snack, finger foods

Time 1h30m

Yield About 16 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for greasing the pans
1/2 cup/113 grams salted butter (1 stick)
1/3 cup/105 grams light corn syrup
1/3 cup/67 grams granulated sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne
4 cups/100 grams crunchy, salty snacks, such as cheese crackers, rice crackers, bagel chips, sesame sticks or a combination
3 cups/115 grams salted mini pretzels
6 cups/180 grams rice or corn Chex or Crispix cereal, or a combination
3 cups/29 grams store-bought or homemade salted popcorn
1 cup/125 grams roasted, salted cashews (or your favorite nut)
1/4 cup/35 grams hemp or sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 250 degrees. Lightly grease two rimmed baking sheets with vegetable oil. In a small saucepan, combine 3 tablespoons vegetable oil with the butter, corn syrup, sugar, soy sauce, Worcestershire, salt and cayenne. Cook, stirring occasionally, over medium heat until the mixture is smooth and syrupy, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the snack mix, except the hemp seeds. Pour the syrup over the mix and toss with a wooden spoon to evenly coat all the pieces.
  • Divide the mix across the two prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle the hemp seeds evenly over the mixture on both baking sheets.
  • Bake until the mix is dry, about 1 hour and 15 minutes, tossing well every 15 minutes. The mixture will be dry but still sticky, and will set as it cools.
  • Let the mix cool completely before breaking it into pieces to serve. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

NUTTY CARAMEL POPCORN



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A great twist on boring old popcorn. Mix and match whatever nuts you prefer. I've used this an extra gift for Christmas and for parties.

Provided by Carmen B.

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h40m

Yield 16 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 cups freshly popped corn
1 cup unsalted dry-roasted cashews
1 cup roasted salted macadamia nut
1 cup whole almonds or 1 cup pecan halves
1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Butter a large roasting pan.
  • Combine popped corn and nuts in the prepared pan, mixing well. Place in the oven while preparing the glaze.
  • In a large heavy saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, orange zest and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves. Boil for 4 minutes without stirring.
  • Remove from the heat and mix in the vanilla and baking soda. BE VERY CAREFUL WITH THE SODA AS IT MAY MAKE THE SYRUP FOAM UP AND SPATTER A BIT!Gradually pour the glaze over the popped corn mixture, stirring to coat well.
  • Bake until dry; stirring occasionally, approximately 1 hour.
  • Remove from the oven. Using a metal spatula, free the popcorn from the bottom of the pan. Let cool completely in the pan.
  • Break into clumps. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.4, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 15.2, Sodium 149.2, Carbohydrate 32.1, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 17.4, Protein 4.5

Tips:

  • Choose the right popcorn. Not all popcorn is created equal. For the best results, use a popcorn that is specifically designed for popping, such as Orville Redenbacher's or Jolly Time.
  • Use fresh popcorn. Popcorn that has been sitting around for a while will not pop as well. If you're not sure how old your popcorn is, it's best to err on the side of caution and buy a new bag.
  • Pop the popcorn properly. Follow the directions on the popcorn bag or use a popcorn popper to pop the popcorn. Be sure to pop the popcorn until it is fully popped and there are no unpopped kernels left.
  • Add the nuts and seeds. Once the popcorn is popped, add the nuts and seeds. You can use any type of nuts and seeds that you like, but some popular options include peanuts, almonds, cashews, pecans, walnuts, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds.
  • Add the seasonings. Once the nuts and seeds are added, you can add the seasonings. You can use any type of seasonings that you like, but some popular options include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and chili powder.
  • Mix everything together. Once the seasonings are added, mix everything together until it is evenly combined.
  • Enjoy! Your nutty popcorn party mix is now ready to enjoy! Serve it immediately or store it in an airtight container for later.

Conclusion:

Nutty popcorn party mix is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover popcorn and it is also a healthy alternative to other snacks, such as chips and candy. So next time you're looking for a snack, give nutty popcorn party mix a try. You won't be disappointed!

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