# Components:
→ Snack Base
01 - 3 cups mini pretzels
02 - 2 cups mixed unsalted nuts (cashews, almonds, pecans, peanuts)
→ Caramel Coating
03 - 1 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter
05 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
06 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, plus extra for sprinkling
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine mini pretzels and mixed nuts. Set aside.
03 - Melt unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add granulated sugar and stir constantly until dissolved and golden amber, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
04 - Carefully whisk in heavy cream; mixture will bubble. Stir in sea salt and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
05 - Immediately pour hot caramel over pretzel and nut mixture. Gently toss with a spatula to coat evenly.
06 - Spread mixture evenly on prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle extra sea salt on top. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until caramel is set and slightly darkened.
07 - Remove from oven and cool completely. Break into clusters before serving.