Chex Caramel Corn
(from cokerlj’s recipe box)
We discussed this could use a little salt…maybe use regular salted roasted peanuts instead of honey roasted peanuts, or even salted mixed nuts…maybe add extra salt to the popcorn.
Store in air tight tin.
Source: Eileen Oxley Coker
Categories: Candy, Gifts, Parties, Snacks
Ingredients
- 4 1/2 cups corn or rice Chex cereal, or combination
- 4 cups popped "Pop Secret" microwave popcorn (3.5 oz. bag)
- 1/2 cup honey roasted peanuts
- 1/4 cup butter
- 6 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
Directions
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In large bowl, mix cereals, popcorn & peanuts.
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In medium bowl for microwave, mix butter, sugar, syrup & vanilla.
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Microwave uncovered on high about 2 minutes or until mixture is boiling. Stirring after each minute.
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Pour over mixture.
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Microwave on high 5 to 6 minutes, stirring after each minute.
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Spread on wax paper to cool, stirring occasionally to break up.