Sweet and savory snack mix with black cocoa cereal, caramel popcorn, and gold accents, ready in 20 minutes.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Crunchy Base
01 - 3 cups black cocoa cereal (e.g., Oreo Os or similar)
02 - 2 cups mini pretzel twists
03 - 1 cup caramel popcorn
→ Gold & Black Accents
04 - 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips
05 - 1/2 cup chocolate-covered espresso beans (optional, adults only)
06 - 1/2 cup gold candy-coated chocolates (e.g., gold M&Ms)
07 - 1/2 cup gold star sprinkles or edible glitter
→ Sweet & Savory Coating
08 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter
09 - 2 tablespoons honey
10 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, mix black cocoa cereal, mini pretzels, and caramel popcorn.
03 - In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Stir in honey and sea salt until smooth.
04 - Drizzle melted butter mixture evenly over the snack base and toss gently to coat all pieces.
05 - Spread coated mix evenly on prepared baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until fragrant and beginning to crisp.
06 - Remove from oven and allow to cool completely. Transfer to a large bowl, then fold in chocolate chips, espresso beans, gold candy-coated chocolates, and gold star sprinkles gently to combine.
07 - Serve in bowls or package in festive bags for guests to enjoy.
