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Air Fryer Cracker Jacks

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Air Fryer Cracker Jacks

Air Fryer Cracker Jacks — Who doesn’t love Cracker Jacks? The sweet and salty combination is hard to resist, but it’s not always the healthiest snack. This recipe for Air Fryer Cracker Jacks gives you all of the flavors with a fraction of the calories. Plus, it’s so easy to make that you can enjoy this treat any time you want!

Air Fryer cracker jacks copycat recipe

This recipe is easy, and my kids went crazy for it today; my project was to recreate a copycat version of the Air Fryer Cracker Jacks.

Making this was extremely easy, and it is fabulous. Sweet and crunchy simultaneously, the air fryer does a great job of making this caramel corn.

What Are Cracker Jacks?

If you’re like most people, the name Cracker Jacks probably brings to mind a delicious, caramel-coated popcorn snack. But what are Cracker Jacks, really? And where did they come from? Keep reading to learn more about this iconic American treat.

Last week, I made my first batch of Air Fryer Caramel Corn, and it was so easy, so when my son asked me if I could do Homemade Cracker Jacks. I went to the internet and figured out what the original was made from and thought; it seemed simple enough. So, I created this batch for their mid-day snack and wanted to share it with you all.

While I am not a fan of making popcorn in the air fryer, there are too many chances of the loose kernels getting caught in the heating element. But, I am a huge fan of using my air fryer to its total capacity, which means making homemade baked popcorn.

Check Out How To Make Cracker Jacks In Air Fryer

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Cracker Jacks

With only a few simple ingredients, you can make your own Cracker Jacks in the air fryer, both easy and delicious!

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Cracker Jacks

Remember the step-by-step directions below in the printable recipe card, at the bottom of the page.

  • 4 Cups of Popped Popcorn
  • 1/2 cup Spanish Peanuts
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup light corn syrup
  • One tablespoon butter
  • One teaspoon salt

How To Make Cracker Jacks In Your Air Fryer

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Cracker Jacks

Add brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter to a microwave-safe bowl. Set the timer for 30-second intervals, and stir in between until a slight simmer happens. (mine took 1:30 minutes)

Air Fryer Cracker Jacks

Then mix with the popped popcorn, add the peanuts, and ensure that the popcorn and peanuts are covered with the syrup.

Air Fryer Cracker Jacks

Spread on an air fryer safe tray or in your basket, and line it with aluminum foil. Set the temperature to 275 degrees F for about 6-8 minutes. If you have an air fryer basket model, spread the popcorn on a parchment-lined basket.

Air Fryer Cracker Jacks

Let cool, as it will harden as it cools—season with salt.

Air Fryer Cracker Jacks

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Air Fryer Cracker Jacks
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Air Fryer Cracker Jacks
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Total Time
18 mins
 

Air Fryer Cracker Jacks — Who doesn't love Cracker Jacks? The sweet and salty combination is hard to resist, but it's not always the healthiest snack. This recipe for Air Fryer Cracker Jacks gives you all of the flavors with a fraction of the calories. Plus, it's so easy to make that you'll be able to enjoy this treat any time you want!

Course: Appetizers, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Air Fryer Easy Appetizer Recipe, Air Fryer Easy Snack Recipes, Air Fryer Homemade Cracker Jacks
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 1034 kcal
Author: ForkToSpoon.com
Ingredients
  • 4 cups popcorn popped
  • 1/2 cup Spanish Peanuts
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 tablespoon butter unsalted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, add the brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Set the timer for 30-second intervals, and stir in between until a small simmer happens. (mine took 1:30 minutes)

  2. Then mix with the popped popcorn, add the peanuts, make sure that the popcorn and peanuts are covered with the syrup.

  3. Spread out on an air fryer safe tray or in your basket, line it with aluminum foil. If you have a basket air fryer, then line your basket with parhcment paper and then pour hte popcron mixture in.

  4. Set the temperature to 275 degrees F, for about 6-8 minutes.

  5. Let cool, as it will harden as it cools.

  6. Season with salt, right before serving.

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Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Cracker Jacks
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 1034 Calories from Fat 171
% Daily Value*
Fat 19g29%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Trans Fat 0.1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Cholesterol 8mg3%
Sodium 652mg28%
Potassium 660mg19%
Carbohydrates 200g67%
Fiber 23g96%
Sugar 77g86%
Protein 23g46%
Vitamin A 87IU2%
Calcium 78mg8%
Iron 6mg33%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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