CARAMEL PEANUT POPCORN SQUARES

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Gooey marshmallows and caramel-coated popcorn and peanuts combine into one decadent sweet-crunchy dessert bar.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 roll (16.5 oz) refrigerated peanut butter cookies
3 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 bag (3 oz) butter-flavored microwave popcorn, popped (8 cups)
1 cup lightly salted dry-roasted peanuts
1 bag (10 oz) peanut butter chips (1 2/3 cups)
2/3 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (6 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. With floured fingers, press dough evenly in bottom of pan to form crust. (DO NOT EAT RAW COOKIE DOUGH AFTER PRESSING DOUGH IN PAN WITH FLOURED FINGERS.)
  • Bake 14 to 16 minutes or until light golden brown. Sprinkle marshmallows over crust. Bake 3 minutes longer or until marshmallows are puffed but not browned.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix popcorn and peanuts; set aside. In medium microwavable bowl, microwave peanut butter chips, corn syrup and butter uncovered on High 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted and smooth. Pour over popcorn mixture; stir to coat completely. Immediately press mixture over marshmallows in even layer using back of spoon.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips uncovered on High 1 minute to 1 minute 30 seconds, stirring every 30 seconds, until softened and chips can be stirred smooth. Drizzle melted chocolate over bars. Cool on cooling rack 1 hour. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until set. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fat 2, Fiber 1 1/2 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 180 mg

The Stormtrooper
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I'm not a big fan of popcorn, but I loved these squares. The caramel was gooey and the popcorn was crispy. I would definitely make these again.


Maxwell Kofi Larbi
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These were delicious! The caramel was perfect and the popcorn was crispy. I will definitely be making these again.


Jamil ahmed Khaskheli
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These were so easy to make and they turned out so well. I used a silicone mold and they came out perfect. The caramel was gooey and the popcorn was crispy. I will definitely be making these again.


Nsimbi Herbert
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I'm not a big fan of popcorn, but I loved these squares. The caramel was gooey and the popcorn was crispy. I would definitely make these again.


Shimon Hasan
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These were delicious! The caramel was perfect and the popcorn was crispy. I will definitely be making these again.


Doge The Meme
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I'm not a big fan of caramel, but these squares were surprisingly good. The popcorn was crispy and the caramel was not too sweet. I would definitely make these again.


Umar Nawaz
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These were so easy to make and they turned out so well. I used a silicone mold and they came out perfect. The caramel was gooey and the popcorn was crispy. I will definitely be making these again.


Patrick Herrera
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I'm not a big fan of popcorn, but I loved these squares. The caramel was gooey and the popcorn was crispy. I would definitely make these again.


Abdullah ali Tagar
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These were delicious! The caramel was perfect and the popcorn was crispy. I will definitely be making these again.


MS Lamia Akter Roja
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These were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I would probably use less sugar next time.


Suzanne Hubbard
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I love caramel popcorn, so I was excited to try this recipe. The squares were easy to make and they turned out great! The caramel was gooey and the popcorn was crispy. I would definitely make these again.


Keagan
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These were easy to make and they tasted great! I would definitely make them again.


Isaac Kipkorir
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These were delicious! I used dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet and they were perfect. The caramel was gooey and the popcorn was crispy. I would definitely make these again.


Shrouk nady
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These were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them. They were very easy to make and they came out looking just like the picture.


Sm Prince
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These were so easy to make and they turned out so well! I used a regular baking pan and they still came out perfect. The caramel was gooey and the popcorn was crispy. I will definitely be making these again.


Karabo Nyiko
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I'm not a big fan of popcorn, but these squares were surprisingly good. The caramel was sweet and salty, and the popcorn added a nice crunch. I would definitely make these again.


Ronnie Juzea
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These caramel peanut popcorn squares were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them. I used a silicone mold to make them and they came out perfectly. The caramel was gooey and the popcorn was crispy. I definitely recommend