"Buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jacks..." Isn't that how the song goes? Well, forget it buddy when they are asking me to pay $5.50 for a bag of corn syrup covered pop corn and peanuts that is only going to keep you occupied for half an inning. Not a chance.
And with a crew like this to take to a Red Sox game I have to bring a lot of snacks if I want to sit and watch a whole game.
This recipe saves you money in your wallet and doesn't compromise your health. It is super easy, especially if you use my Home-Made Microwave Popcorn recipe.http://sarahsfreshlife.blogspot.com/2013/09/home-made-microwave-popcorn.html
I used walnuts and slivered almonds because that is what I had, but you can use any kind of nut you like, and if you want at the end before you dry it, stir in some dried fruit or chocolate chips. It is a great recipe to personalize to your family's tastes.
Enjoy and GO RED SOX!!
Cracker Jacks
1/2 cup popcorn kernels popped
1/2 cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons coconut oil
2 tbsp agave nectar (honey or maple syrup would also work fine)
1/4 tsp salt
dash cinnamon
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup nuts of your choice
1.Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Pop the popcorn. Pour out popped corn into a large roasting pan and set aside. Toss in nuts. note: it is a good idea to pick out any un-popped kernels.
2. In a saucepan, over medium heat, combine; sugar, agave, salt, cinnamon and coconut oil. Bring to a boil and continue to cook 5 minutes without stirring.
3. Remove from heat. Stir in baking soda and vanilla. Pour over popcorn and nuts and stir.
4. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 min. Remove from the oven and pour out onto parchment paper or a cookie sheet to cool.
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