44 All-American Late Night Snacks We Hope Meghan Markle Shares at the Royal Wedding

Updated on Sep. 18, 2024

We LOVE Meghan Markle and LOVE that she's a fan of late-night snacks! We pulled this collection of our favorite all-American snack recipes together with her in mind.

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Meghan Markle Invictus Games Reception, Australian High Commission, Australia House, London, UK - 21 Apr 2018 Prince Harry, Patron of the Invictus Games Foundation, and Ms. Meghan Markle attend a reception hosted by The Hon Malcolm Turnbull, The Prime Minister of Australia, and Ms. Lucy Turnbull, celebrating the forthcoming Invictus Games Sydney 2018.
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Snacks Fit for a Royal

In addition to a lemon elderflower cake and what we’re sure will be an amazing, multi-course dinner, it looks like snack food will make an appearance at the upcoming royal wedding. Allegedly, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry will end their reception with the growing American tradition of serving late-night snacks. Here are some recipes we hope show up on the big day.

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Pizza Egg Rolls

Total Time 55 min
Servings 32 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Our family just loves my husband's version of store-bought pizza rolls. They take some time to make, but they freeze well so we get to enjoy the fruits of our labor for a long time! —Julie Gaines, Normal, Illinois
Nutrition Facts: 1 roll: 297 calories, 19g fat (5g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 537mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
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Chewy Caramel-Coated Popcorn

Total Time 25 min
Servings about 6 quarts
From the Recipe Creator: When I was a kid, my mom made this recipe often. I've adapted it to make it more chewy and gooey than her crunchy, nut-loaded version. I get requests to make this for every event that I host, and have never had a single leftover! —Shannon Dobos, Calgary, Alberta
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 303 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 216mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
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Best-Ever Fried Chicken Wings

Total Time 30 min
Servings about 4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: For game days, I shake up these saucy wings. When I run out, friends hover by the snack table until I bring out more. When they ask me how to fry chicken wings, they never believe it’s so easy! —Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 87 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 218mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
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Pepper Sausage Pizza

Total Time 50 min
Servings 15 slices
From the Recipe Creator: Fresh spinach gives this recipe a tasty twist. That leafy green plus yellow peppers, snow-white mushrooms and tomato sauce make this a colorful addition to your pizza buffet table. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 256 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 744mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 13g protein.
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Chocolate Chip & Pecan Meringue Bars

Total Time 55 min
Servings 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: I've had recipes for chocolate chip cookies and pecan meringues in my collection for a number of years—and I combined them to make these bars! They're a lovely addition to any holiday cookie tray. —Dawn Lowenstein, Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts: 1 bar: 207 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 188mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Deep-Dish Beef 'n' Bean Taco Pizza

Total Time 30 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My whole family enjoys this dish that tastes like a taco and looks like a deep-dish pizza. The thick tasty crust can handle lots of toppings, so load it up for a bright, fun meal. —Nancy Circle, Perkins, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 469 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 1050mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 23g protein.
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Mini Apple Pies

Total Time 1 hour 15 min
Servings 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: When I was in high school, my best friend's mother baked this mini apple pie recipe every year. I was thrilled when she shared it with me—I finally felt like an adult! —Katie Ferrier, Houston, Texas
Nutrition Facts: 1 pie: 162 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 56mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Spicy Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Dip

Total Time 2 hours 25 min
Servings 2 dozen (1-3/4 cups dip)
From the Recipe Creator: These fall-off-the-bone tender wings have just the right amount of heat, and the cool blue cheese dressing makes the perfect dip. —Kevalyn Henderson, Hayward, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 237 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 588mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 11g protein.
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Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars

Total Time 15 min
Servings 4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: My secret to these rich no-bake bites? Pretzels in the crust. They add a salty crunch to the classic peanut butter and chocolate pairing. —Jennifer Beckman, Falls Church, Virginia
Nutrition Facts: 1 bar: 201 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 233mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Grilled Sweet Potatoes

Total Time 35 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My husband first tried this recipe with plain potatoes. They were so yummy; we experimented with sweet potatoes. Dipped in Gorgonzola spread, they’re irresistible. —Kristen Minello, Macomb, Michigan
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving with 3 tablespoons spread: 362 calories, 19g fat (5g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 425mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 6g fiber), 6g protein.
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No-Guilt Beefy Nachos

Total Time 4 hours 15 min
Servings 20 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator: Nachos you can feel good about! This meaty topping has less fat and sodium than typical nacho beef because you use lean meat and make your own seasoning. The versatile dish is a tasty go-to for a party. —Carol Betz, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup (calculated without chips): 99 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 232mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.
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Pretzel Bread Bowl with Cheese Dip

Total Time 1 hour
Servings 16 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Our town is known as Pretzel City—even our local sports teams are known as The Pretzels. I came up with this dish for an annual community recipe contest. People couldn’t believe that the delicious bread had pretzels in the mix! For variety, try using different flavors of pretzels. —Andrea Johnson, Freeport, Illinois
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 212 calories, 12g fat (8g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 445mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
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Crispy Potato Skins

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: The creamy topping on these is so delicious. They're perfect for snacking on while watching football games.
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Grilled Cherry-Glazed Chicken Wings

Total Time 35 min
Servings 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: When I take these grilled wings to events, there are never any leftovers! Friends and family love them. —Ashley Gable, Atlanta, Georgia
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 107 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 439mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.
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Mushroom Tacos

Total Time 25 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I used to make this dish with beef, but substituting with portobella mushrooms turned it into my family's vegetarian favorite. It's quick, nutritious, low fat and tasty. —Greg Fontenot, The Woodlands, Texas
Nutrition Facts: 2 tacos: 300 calories, 14g fat (6g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 524mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 6g fiber), 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 starch, 1 medium-fat meat, 1/2 fat.
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Mustard Pretzel Nuggets

Total Time 25 min
Servings 6 cups
From the Recipe Creator: This quick and fun snack is similar to the mustard pretzels you can buy at the store, but you can make it for a fraction of the price. It's a killer recipe for all kinds of parties and football gatherings. —Sarah Mathews, Ava Missouri
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 204 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 411mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Turtle Chips

Total Time 25 min
Servings 16 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Salty-sweet, crunchy-chewy—so many sensations in one delectable bite. This is the absolute easiest recipe to make! Both kids and adults will be reaching for this goodie. —Leigh Ann Stewart, Hopkinsville, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 396 calories, 24g fat (7g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 223mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Cheesy Chicken Taco Dip

Total Time 4 hours 25 min
Servings 8 cups
From the Recipe Creator: We're huge college football fans (go Irish!), and my chicken taco dip hasn't missed a season opener in many years. A slow cooker keeps the dip warm for the whole game—if it lasts that long! —Deanna Garretson, Yucaipa, California
Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup dip: 82 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 238mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
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Grilled Potato Skins

Total Time 30 min
Servings 8 appetizers
From the Recipe Creator: It's easy to love these delicious appetizers. They're nice to serve outside when you invite friends over for a grilled meal. They remind me of the potato skins I have had in restaurants—only better! —Mitzi Sentiff, Annapolis, Maryland
Nutrition Facts: 2 each: 327 calories, 16g fat (10g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 611mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 12g protein.
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Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

Total Time 30 min
Servings 3 cups
From the Recipe Creator: One taste of this outrageously delicious hot spinach artichoke dip and your guests will not stop eating it until it’s gone. The savory blend of artichokes, spinach and Parmesan cheese is positively addictive! It tastes even better if you make it the night before and chill it in the fridge before baking. —Michelle Krzmarzick, Torrance, California
Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 68 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 139mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Pepperoni-Sausage Stuffed Pizza

Total Time 1 hour 25 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: For 30 years, friends have been telling me to open a pizzeria using this recipe. It even freezes well. —Elizabeth Wolff, Carmel, Indiana
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 483 calories, 28g fat (12g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 1092mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
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Brisket Tacos

Total Time 8 hours 15 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Birthday parties back home were big gatherings of cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents and anyone else we considered family. As soon as guests arrived, hot pans of shredded brisket, or carne deshebrada, appeared, along with huge bowls of salads, frijoles, tostadas and salsas. Brisket was the one dish we always counted on because it could be made in the oven or a slow cooker. —Yvette Marquez, Littleton, Colorado
Nutrition Facts: 2 tacos: 278 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 58mg cholesterol, 947mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 3g fiber), 31g protein.
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Oatmeal Cream Pie Recipe

Total Time 30 min
Servings 1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: These easy cookies use only five ingredients and taste very similar to a store-bought cookie. Of course, everything's better from your own kitchen! —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado
Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich cookie: 296 calories, 13g fat (8g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 316mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Spicy-Good Chicken Wings

Total Time 50 min
Servings about 1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: We enjoy eating these chicken wings while watching football on TV, but make them for any special occasion for a crowd favorite! The pepper sauce gives just the right amount of heat.—Della Clutts, New Tazewell, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer (calculated without salad dressing): 225 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 51mg cholesterol, 473mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 10g protein.
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Nacho Tots

Total Time 1 hour 5 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This is an easy, versatile party appetizer that everyone loves. If you can't find chorizo, ground beef or ground chicken are wonderful, too. Top with anything you like! —Connie Krupp, Racine, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 378 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 1152mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 13g protein.
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Crunchy Granola Pretzel Sticks

Total Time 25 min
Servings 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: I love this healthier portable snack that's sweet, crunchy and fun to make. If you don't have granola, use other cereals or nuts. You can even do bacon bits.—Kelly Silvers, Edmond, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts: 1 pretzel stick: 121 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 210mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
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Spicy Butterscotch Wings

Total Time 50 min
Servings 20 servings
From the Recipe Creator: We love big-time-spicy chicken wings. I do a caramel sauce to balance the heat, but you could also glaze the wings with melted brown sugar. —Aaron Salazar, Westminster, Colorado
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 100 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 312mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.
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Beer Pretzels

Total Time 1 hour 10 min
Servings 8 pretzels
From the Recipe Creator: I'm always looking for new ways to combine fun flavors, and what goes together better than beer and pretzels? Not much that I can think of. That’s why I put them together into one delicious recipe. —Alyssa Wilhite, Whitehouse, Texas
Nutrition Facts: 1 pretzel: 288 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 604mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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Pizza Dip

Total Time 10 min
Servings 24 servings (about 3 cups)
From the Recipe Creator: You can assemble this easy appetizer in a jiffy. The pizza dip goes very fast, so you may want to make two batches. —Stacie Morse, South Otselic, New York
Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 62 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 144mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Marshmallow-Peanut Popcorn

Total Time 20 min
Servings 5 quarts
From the Recipe Creator: My brother calls this combo of popcorn, marshmallows, peanuts and pretzels the “perfect popcorn." The taste is reminiscent of a Big Hunk candy bar. —Julie Perez, Idaho Falls, Idaho
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 183 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 156mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Bacon and Spinach Pizza

Total Time 20 min
Servings 6 slices
From the Recipe Creator: Our go-to pizza is a snap to make using packaged pizza crust and ready-to-serve bacon. The kids don't even mind the spinach on top! —Annette Riva, Naperville, Illinois
Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 269 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 726mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 medium-fat meat.
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Soft Giant Pretzels

Total Time 30 min
Servings 8 pretzels
From the Recipe Creator: My husband and our friends and family love these soft, chewy pretzels. Let the bread machine mix the dough, then all you have to do is shape and bake these fun snacks. —Sherry Peterson, Fort Collins, Colorado
Nutrition Facts: 1 pretzel: 193 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 380mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Red Velvet White Chip Cookies

Total Time 35 min
Servings about 3-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: These cookies are soft, chewy and taste as good as they sound. The first time I baked them, I took them to an aunt's yard sale. Now they’re my go-to for any special event. —Samantha Gstalder, Montoursville, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts: 1 cookie: 75 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 67mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Zucchini Pizza Bites

Total Time 20 min
Servings about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: This simple snack is the perfect, low-carb way to satisfy your pizza cravings. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts: 1 mini pizza: 29 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 108mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Pizookie

Total Time 50 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Bake up the ultimate shareable cookie. For variety, swap out the chocolate chips for an equal quantity of M&M's or chocolate chunks. Or go super fancy by mixing the chocolate chips and pecans into the dough, then gently folding in 1-1/2 cups fresh raspberries. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 528 calories, 27g fat (13g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 378mg sodium, 69g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.
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Spicy Peanuts

Total Time 30 min
Servings 3 cups
From the Recipe Creator: Liven up plain peanuts with a sweet-and-spicy blend of flavors from sugar, cumin and cayenne pepper. You'll want to double...or triple...this spicy peanuts recipe! —Holly Kunkle, Walton, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts: 1/3 cup: 335 calories, 28g fat (4g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 266mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein.

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Chocolate-Mint Popcorn

Total Time 20 min
Servings 2 quarts
From the Recipe Creator: I wrote a book called “20 New Ways to Enjoy Popcorn.” When I poll friends, they favor this recipe, a delicious treat for after-dinner coffee. — Polly Brunning, Thaxton, Virginia
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 145 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 143mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
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Caramelized Onion Dip

Total Time 50 min
Servings 2 cups
From the Recipe Creator: Once you taste this fabulous caramelized onion dip, you'll never go back to store-bought french onion dip. While it takes a little longer to make, I promise it's worth every minute. —Kelly Gardner, Alton, Illinois
Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup (calculated without chips and vegetables): 117 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 170mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Caramel Pretzel Bites

Total Time 45 min
Servings 6 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: I created this recipe wanting to make my own version of a popular candy store pretzel log dipped in caramel, chocolate and nuts. These bites are smothered with homemade caramel. —Michilene Klaver, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Nutrition Facts: 1 bar: 146 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 76mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
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Caramel Corn

Total Time 1 hour
Servings about 5-1/2 quarts
From the Recipe Creator: My guests say they can't stop eating my caramel corn! For our basketball party I fix enough to fill a big red tin with our team's logo. The delectable syrup coats the popcorn well but isn't sticky. —Sharon Landeen, Tucson, Arizona
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 230 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 343mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
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Slow Cooker Party Mix

Total Time 1 hour 5 min
Servings about 3 quarts
From the Recipe Creator: This mildly seasoned snack mix is always a party favorite. Served warm from a slow cooker, the munchable mixture is very satisfying. —Dana Hughes, Gresham, Oregon
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 237 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 532mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 8g protein.
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Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

Total Time 25 min
Servings 6 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: These cookies freeze well, so it's easy to keep some on hand for last-minute munching. In summer, I often make them larger to use for ice cream sandwiches. —Mary Rempel, Altona, Manitoba
Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich cookie: 118 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 139mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.