Ingredients for Apricot Munch
- 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
- 1 cup pretzels, broken into smaller pieces
- 1 cup cereal (chex, rice krispies, etc.)
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- Ginger (not called for in recipe)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- almonds (part of 1 cup mixed nuts)
- pecans (part of 1 cup mixed nuts)
- nutmeg (optional spice)
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How to Make Apricot Munch
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
- In a large bowl, combine 1 cup dried apricots (chopped), 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans), 1 cup pretzels (broken into smaller pieces), and 1 cup your favorite cereal (like Chex or Rice Krispies).
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup butter.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon orange zest and 1 teaspoon of your favorite spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, or a blend).
- Heat for about 15 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour the melted butter mixture over the apricot mixture and toss thoroughly to coat.
- Sprinkle 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar over the mixture and toss again to combine.
- Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, tossing once halfway through, until golden brown and lightly toasted.
- Let cool completely before storing in an airtight container. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
112g
Fat
40g
Carbs
11g
