Halloween Popcorn Treats (Giada De Laurentiis) |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 8 Minutes |
Ready In: 13 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Ingredients:
vegetable cooking spray |
3 tablespoons vegetable oil |
1/3 cup popcorn kernels |
3 tablespoons butter |
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract |
6 cups (12-ounces) mini marshmallows |
6 fun-size caramel peanut chocolate bars (such as snickers), cut into 1/4-inch pieces |
3 (3-inch) chocolate chip cookies, crumbled |
1/3 cup chopped salted almonds |
1/2 cup orange and black chocolate candies (such as m and ms) |
Directions:
1. Spray the inside of a large mixing bowl with vegetable cooking spray, and lightly spray a baking sheet. Set aside.
2. In a 3 quart or larger, heavy-bottomed pan, heat the oil and popcorn over medium-high heat. Cover the pan and shake gently. Cook until all the kernels have popped, about 3 minutes. Place the popcorn in the prepared bowl.
3. In a medium saucepan, heat the butter over low heat. Add the vanilla extract and marshmallows. Stir constantly until the marshmallows have melted and the mixture is smooth, about 5 minutes. Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the popcorn. Using a spatula, sprayed with cooking spray, stir until the popcorn is coated. Spread the mixture over the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with the chocolate bar pieces, cookies, almonds and chocolate candies. Using a spatula, gently press the toppings into the popcorn. Allow the mixture to dry for 1 hour.
4. Break into 2-inch pieces and store airtight in a plastic container.
5. Serving Suggestion: Place in small plastic bags and seal with colored ribbon.
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