Description
A delightful blend of popcorn, nuts, and savory crackers enhanced with sweet maple syrup and smoked paprika, perfect for gatherings and snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups air-popped popcorn
- 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, pecans, cashews)
- 1 cup cheese crackers
- 1 cup pretzels
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon dried herbs (rosemary or thyme)
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn in a large pot or air popper. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
- In a skillet over low heat, combine the maple syrup and smoked paprika. Stir gently until heated through.
- Toss in the nuts, cheese crackers, and pretzels into the bowl with popcorn and fold carefully.
- Pour the warm maple mixture over the snack mix.
- Sprinkle in the dried herbs and mix again. Add a pinch of salt if desired.
- Spread the mixture onto a lined baking sheet. Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 10-15 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Let cool and transfer to a serving bowl or airtight container.
Notes
Feel free to customize the mix with additional ingredients like mini chocolate chips or dried fruits. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: party mix, snack, sweet and savory, popcorn, nuts, Southern recipe