If you’re looking for a festive treat that will add a touch of sweetness to your holiday celebrations, look no further than our delectable Christmas Caramel Crunch recipe. This delightful creation combines the rich flavors of caramel with a satisfying crunch, making it the perfect indulgence to share with loved ones during the most wonderful time of the year.
Christmas Caramel Crunch
**Ingredients:**
– 1 cup unsalted butter
– 1 cup brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 10 cups popped popcorn
– 1 cup mixed nuts (such as almonds, pecans, and cashews)
– 1 cup pretzel sticks
– 1 cup dried cranberries
– 1 cup white chocolate chips
– 1/2 cup festive sprinkles
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar together, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and bubbly.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt until well combined.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the popcorn, mixed nuts, pretzel sticks, and dried cranberries.
5. Pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
6. Spread the coated mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even baking.
8. After baking, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the mixture cool completely.
9. Once the mixture has cooled, melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth.
10. Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the caramel crunch on the baking sheet.
11. Immediately sprinkle the festive sprinkles over the white chocolate while it’s still warm.
12. Allow the white chocolate to set before breaking the Christmas Caramel Crunch into bite-sized pieces.
13. Serve this delightful treat in decorative tins or gift bags for a homemade touch to your holiday gift-giving.
Enjoy this Christmas Caramel Crunch with a warm cup of cocoa by the fireplace or pack it in festive boxes as a delightful homemade holiday gift. Share the joy of the season with this irresistible sweet and salty treat that will surely be a hit with friends and family alike. Wishing you a cozy and joyful holiday season filled with love, laughter, and delicious treats like this one.
