Molasses Pretzel Snack Recipe

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"I've given this yummy munch mix as a Christmas gift to teachers, co-workers and many others," relates Jacqueline Traffas from her kitchen in Medicine Lodge, Kansas. "Made with miniature pretzels, it's a nice change of pace from caramel corn."

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Molasses Pretzel Snack Recipe

Prep: 15 min. + cooling

Yield: 12 Servings

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Ingredients

1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 tablespoon corn syrup
1 tablespoon molasses
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
5 cups miniature pretzels
1 cup salted peanuts

Directions

In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and molasses. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 45-50 seconds or until the butter is melted; stir.
Microwave 15-25 seconds longer or until mixture boils. Immediately stir in the salt, baking soda and extract (mixture will foam).
Stir in pretzels and peanuts. Microwave on high for 20-30 seconds or until pretzels and nuts are well coated, stirring twice.
Spread into a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. pan. Cool for 15 minutes, stirring twice. Store in an airtight container. Yield: about 6 cups.

Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1/2 cup) equals 210 calories, 10 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 10 mg cholesterol, 435 mg sodium, 28 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 5 g protein.

Originally published as Molasses Pretzel Snack in Quick Cooking November/December 2004, p36