Salted Caramel Pretzels Nuts (Printable)

Crunchy pretzels and nut mix with rich salted caramel coating, ideal for parties or gifting.

# 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.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Crunchy pretzels and mixed nuts coated in caramel
  • Perfect for parties gifting or an indulgent treat
02 -
  • Contains milk (butter cream), nuts and may contain wheat gluten (pretzels)
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week
03 -
  • For extra flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon to the caramel
  • Substitute pecans or walnuts for a different nut mix
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