Smoky Caramel Snack Mix
 
Makes 8 to 10 servings
Ingredients
  • 2 cups pretzel sticks, lightly crushed
  • 1 cup pecan halves, toasted
  • ¾ cup roasted salted pumpkin seeds
  • ¾ cup roasted salted sunflower seeds
  • 1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup light corn syrup
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
  1. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine pretzels, pecans, and all seeds.
  3. In a large saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until butter is melted. Cook, without stirring, until an instant-read thermometer registers 260°. Remove from heat. Stir in paprika and baking soda. (Mixture will foam slightly.) Pour over pretzel mixture; stir until combined. Immediately spoon mixture onto prepared pan, spreading into an even layer. Let cool completely. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Recipe by Taste of the South at https://tasteofthesouthmagazine.com/smoky-caramel-snack-mix/