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TRAIL MIX POPCORN BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



Trail Mix Popcorn Bars Recipe by Tasty image

A poppin' new twist on the classic crispy rice treat! When cooking the honey and brown sugar mixture, make sure you stir frequently to avoid burning, and feel free to get creative with your favorite mix-ins. These make for a perfect game-day snack with plenty of sweet and savory surprises.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 bars

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups popcorn, crushed
3 cups rolled oats
1 cup raw almonds, chopped
1 cup dried cranberries
1 tablespoon cinnamon
¾ cup honey
1 cup brown sugar
¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Line a 9x13-inch (22 x 33 cm) baking dish with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the popcorn, oats, almonds, dried cranberries, and cinnamon.
  • In a small pot over medium-high heat, combine the honey, brown sugar, and salt. Cook until the brown sugar dissolves, stirring frequently to avoid burning, 2-3 minutes. Let the mixture to come to a low boil for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, then remove the pot from the heat.
  • Pour the honey and brown sugar mixture over the popcorn mixture. Using a rubber spatula, stir until the dry ingredients are well coated and beginning to stick together.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Using lightly moistened hands, press the mixture into the baking dish in an even layer.
  • Set aside in a cool place for 1 hour to set, then cut into 12 bars.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 608 calories, Carbohydrate 117 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 39 grams

TRAIL MIX BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



Trail Mix Bars Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: peanut butter, honey, rolled oats, almonds, peanuts, raisin, chocolate candy

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Snacks

Yield 12 bars

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup peanut butter
⅓ cup honey
1 cup rolled oats
½ cup almonds, chopped
½ cup peanuts
½ cup raisin
½ cup chocolate candy

Steps:

  • Melt peanut butter and honey together in the microwave, stirring every 15 seconds.
  • Add oats, almonds, peanuts, and raisins into the bowl and mix until well coated. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
  • Add chocolate candies and mix just until combined.
  • Line a baking dish with parchment paper and pour the cooled mixture into the pan. Press into the edges of the pan.
  • Cool in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. Cut and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 18 grams

TRAIL MIX BLONDIE BARS



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These blondies started as a baking emergency. There was a potluck at my daughter's preschool, and I was out of ingredients. Muffin mix came to the rescue. -Josie Shapiro, San Francisco, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup butter, cubed
1 package (14-3/4 ounces) chocolate chip quick bread and muffin mix
3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/2 cup salted peanuts
1/2 cup raisins
3/4 cup milk chocolate M&M's
2/3 cup coarsely crushed miniature pretzels

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan. In a small heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Heat 5-7 minutes or until golden brown, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; cool slightly., In a large bowl, combine bread mix, cracker crumbs, eggs and browned butter; stir just until blended. Stir in peanuts and raisins. Spread into prepared pan. Top with M&M's and pretzels. Bake 15-20 minutes or until center is set. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

TRAIL MIX



Trail Mix image

With nuts, raisins, M&M's and coconut, this is a super snack. In small gingham bags, it made wonderful party favors for each guest at the cowboy-theme wedding shower I hosted. This mix is a tasty treat anytime. -Sandra Thorn, Sonora, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 6 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds dry roasted peanuts
2 pounds cashews
1 pound raisins
1 pound M&M's
1/2 pound sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 23g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

S'MORES BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



S'mores Bars Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: mini marshmallows, butter, wheat cereal, graham cracker, chocolate

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Snacks

Yield 12 bars

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup mini marshmallows, divided
2 tablespoons butter
3 cups wheat cereal
1 cup graham cracker, chopped
2 bars chocolate, chopped, plus more to top

Steps:

  • Microwave ½ of the marshmallows and butter in a bowl, stirring every 15 seconds, until fully melted.
  • Add cereal and graham crackers into the bowl and mix until well coated. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
  • Add the chopped chocolate bars and mix just until combined.
  • Line a baking dish with parchment paper and pour the cooled mixture into the pan.
  • Press into the edges of the pan and top with more chocolate pieces and remaining mini marshmallows.
  • Cool in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. Cut and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 16 grams

HOMEMADE TRAIL MIX BARS



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An attempt at a high-protein snack bar made from whole foods. It's more delicious, healthier, cheaper, and has less packaging than the store-bought bars. But it's also messier!

Provided by Carrie Benitez

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Granola Bar Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups crispy rice cereal
3 cups toasted oat cereal (such as Cheerios®)
1 ½ cups chopped nuts
½ cup sunflower seeds
1 cup agave nectar
¾ cup white sugar
1 (16 ounce) jar natural peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine rice cereal, oat cereal, nuts, and sunflower seeds in a large bowl.
  • Pour agave and sugar into a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat until boiling, 3 to 5 minutes. Boil for 1 minute. Add peanut butter and vanilla extract; stir until peanut butter is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Pour peanut butter mixture over cereal mixture; mix well. Spray a 10x15-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Press mixture into the pan. Let stand until firm and set, about 30 minutes.
  • Cut into 1 1/2-inch squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 38.8 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

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