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Cracker Jack Reindeer

A fun and festive treat combining caramel popcorn and peanuts shaped like reindeer, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Popcorn Base
  • 4 cups caramel popcorn
  • 1 cup peanuts unsalted
Decorations
  • 1 cup chocolate candies for eyes
  • 1 cup red candy for nose
  • 8 pieces pretzel twists for antlers

Method
 

Prepare the Base
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the caramel popcorn and peanuts until evenly mixed.
Shape the Reindeer
  1. On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, shape the popcorn mixture into reindeer heads.
  2. Use pretzel twists as antlers, placing two on each reindeer head.
Add Decorations
  1. Place chocolate candies for the eyes and a red candy for the nose on each reindeer head.
Serve
  1. Allow the reindeer to set for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These treats can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

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