Caramel Popcorn Balls Recipe

Great caramel popcorn recipe. Makes a great Halloween party treat

• Meal Type: Snack
• Ethnicity: Other
• Holiday Category: Halloween
• Preparation Time: 30-45 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 quarts popped popcorn
• 3 cups crisp rice cereal
• 42 caramels
• 3 T water
• 1 cup salted peanuts
• 1/8 t salt

Directions

1. 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 caramels are melted. Stir in peanuts and salt; mix well.
2. Pour over popcorn mixture and toss to coat. With buttered hands, shape into 3-in. balls. Reshape if necessary when partially cooled. Makes 10 popcorn balls.