Girl, let me tell you about this absolutely divine midnight snack that’s been my go-to whenever those late-night cravings hit! I call these bad boys “Loaded Sweet & Salty Popcorn Clusters,” and trust me, they’re absolutely addictive. 🍿
You know those nights when you’re binge-watching your favorite show and can’t decide between sweet or salty? Well, honey, I’ve got you covered! This recipe combines the best of both worlds, and it only takes about 15 minutes to whip up.
Here’s what you’ll need (I know you’ve got most of these in your pantry):
– 8 cups freshly popped popcorn (none of that microwave stuff!)
– 1 cup pretzel pieces
– 1/2 cup M&Ms
– 1/3 cup salted peanuts
– 1 cup white chocolate chips
– 2 tablespoons butter
– Sea salt for sprinkling
Now, let me walk you through this heavenly creation:
1. First, spread your popcorn on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Pick out any unpopped kernels (nobody wants a midnight trip to the dentist, right? 😉)
1. Sprinkle your pretzel pieces, M&Ms, and peanuts over the popcorn. Mix it up a bit with your hands – go on, get messy!
1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips and butter in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth. This usually takes about 1-1.5 minutes total.
1. Here’s where the magic happens! Drizzle that melted goodness all over your popcorn mixture. Don’t be shy – make it rain!
1. Using a spatula (or your hands if you’re feeling adventurous), gently toss everything together until it’s well-coated.
1. Sprinkle with sea salt while the chocolate is still warm.
1. Pop it in the fridge for about 10 minutes until the chocolate sets.
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Break it into clusters, and voilà! You’ve got yourself the perfect midnight snack that hits all the right spots. The combination of salty popcorn, crunchy pretzels, sweet M&Ms, and that white chocolate drizzle is literally _chef’s kiss_.
Pro tip: Store any leftovers in an airtight container… who am I kidding? There won’t be any leftovers! 😂
Drop a comment below and let me know if you tried this recipe! I’d love to hear your thoughts and any creative twists you added to make it your own. Don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for daily recipe inspiration – trust me, you don’t want to miss what I’ve got cooking up next!
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got a date with my couch, Netflix, and these irresistible clusters. Happy munching, gorgeous! 🥰
