Description
A delightful blend of buttery popcorn, crunchy nuts, and savory spices that brings warmth and nostalgia to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups air-popped popcorn
- 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, pecans, and cashews)
- 2 cups pretzels (regular or gluten-free)
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup butter (or olive oil/coconut oil)
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
- Toast your chosen nuts in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until fragrant.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together smoked paprika, garlic powder, and brown sugar.
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat and pour it over the popcorn and nuts.
- Pour the spice mixture over the popcorn and nuts, stirring until evenly coated.
- Spread the mix on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake at 250°F (120°C) for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
- Allow to cool completely before serving and store in an airtight container.
Notes
For an extra kick, consider adding a dash of cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes. Adjust spice levels to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: party mix, snack, sweet and smoky, nut mix, holiday gathering