Caramel Popcorn Balls
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SERVINGS: 10
CATEGORY: Appetizer
METHOD: Other stovetop
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min.
Ingredients:
- 8 cups popped popcorn
- 3 cups crisp rice cereal
- 42 caramels
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 cup salted peanuts
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Directions:
Combine popcorn and cereal in a large bowl; set aside. In a heavy saucepan over low heat or in a microwave-safe dish, heat caramels and water until the caramels are melted. Stir in peanuts and salt; mix well. Pour over popcorn mixture and toss to coat. With buttered hands, shape into 3-in. balls. Reshape if necessary when partially cooled. Yield: 10 popcorn balls.