Cracker Jackers

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Cracker Jackers are sweet, crunchy popcorn treats with roasted peanuts, perfect for snacking at parties or movie nights, offering a delightful blend of caramel and nutty flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup peanuts
  • 2 sticks butter
  • 5 cups popped corn
  • 2 cups packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions

  1. Saute the peanuts until lightly toasted.
  2. Add butter, brown sugar, light corn syrup, and cooked peanuts to a saucepan.
  3. Cook the mixture until it reaches a candy-like consistency.
  4. Pour over the popped corn and mix well to coat evenly.
  5. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

526 kcal 26% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.5g 11% DV
Total Fat 30.7g 39% DV
Carbs 70.3g 26% DV
Fiber 22g 78% DV
Sugar 43.8g 88% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 7037mg 100% DV
Potassium 89.3mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1mcg
Calcium 45mg 3% DV
Iron 1.1mg 6% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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