Bacon & Mixed Nuts Caramel Corn - Brunch-n-Bites

This Bacon & Mixed Nuts Caramel Corn is the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and savory flavors. Its an irresistible snack thats ideal for brunch gatherings or any time youre craving a tasty treat.

Ingredients:

• 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1/2 cup mixed nuts almonds, pecans, cashews
• 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup corn syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 250F 120C

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper

In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat

Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt

Cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves and mixture starts to boil

Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 4-5 minutes without stirring

Remove from heat and stir in baking soda and vanilla extract

Be cautious as the mixture will bubble up

In a large bowl, combine popcorn, crumbled bacon, and mixed nuts

Pour caramel sauce over the popcorn mixture and gently toss to coat evenly

Spread the coated popcorn mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until the caramel is set

Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet

Once cooled, break the caramel corn into clusters

Serve and enjoy