MARSHMALLOW-PEANUT POPCORN

Marshmallow-Peanut Popcorn image

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

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 5 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

15 cups popped popcorn
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 cup salted peanuts
1 cup broken pretzel sticks, optional
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup light corn syrup

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine popcorn, marshmallows, peanuts and, if desired, pretzels. In a small saucepan, combine sugar, butter and corn syrup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Pour over popcorn mixture; toss to coat., Immediately spread onto waxed paper; let stand until set. Break into pieces. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 156mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.