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Scarecrow Crunch Snack Mix Recipe Halloween Caramel Corn

Scarecrow Crunch Snack Mix Recipe Halloween Caramel Corn

A festive and addictive Halloween snack mix featuring crunchy caramel corn, salty pretzels, candy corn, and chocolate-covered peanuts. Perfect for parties and movie nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

Caramel Corn Base
  • 10 cups popped popcorn stale popcorn works best
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 0.25 cup light corn syrup
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
Mix-ins
  • 2 cups mini pretzel twists
  • 1 cup candy corn
  • 1 cup chocolate-covered peanuts
  • 0.5 cup orange and black sprinkles

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place the popped popcorn and pretzels in a very large mixing bowl, ensuring all unpopped kernels are removed.
  3. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Bring to a boil and let it bubble for 4 minutes without stirring, then remove from heat and stir in the baking soda.
  4. Pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn and pretzels, tossing quickly with a silicone spatula until evenly coated.
  5. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even crisping.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool completely. Once cool, break into chunks and toss in a large bowl with the candy corn, chocolate-covered peanuts, and sprinkles.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For best results, keep away from direct heat to prevent the chocolate from melting.