Crackerjacks

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Crackerjacks are a classic sweet and salty snack combining crunchy popcorn with toasted nuts, coated in a buttery caramel-like glaze. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or casual snacking, they offer a delightful mix of textures and flavors that appeal to all ages.

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Ingredients

  • 12 cups popped corn
  • 16 oz salted nuts
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Bake salted nuts at 350°F until brown, about 15 minutes.
  2. Combine the baked nuts with the popped popcorn.
  3. Melt butter and light brown sugar together in a saucepan.
  4. Drizzle the melted mixture over the popcorn and nuts.
  5. Bake the mixture for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Cool completely and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

501 kcal 25% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4g 8% DV
Total Fat 32.8g 42% DV
Carbs 59.6g 22% DV
Fiber 19.8g 71% DV
Sugar 24.3g 49% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 8.8mg
Potassium 222.3mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1.8mcg
Calcium 42mg 3% DV
Iron 1.2mg 7% DV

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

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