Are you a fan of popcorn? I can take it or leave it. It always smells so amazing freshly popped, but after a big handful I’ve usually had my fill. It’s my husband’s favorite snack (second maybe to chips and salsa) and he likes to have a big bowl of it while we catch up on the DVR after the kiddos go to bed.

I may not be a huge fan of popcorn, but I am a huge fan of chocolate. Toss in some M&M candies and salty peanuts with a sweet, buttery caramel sauce and you won’t be able to put this popcorn down!

You can use any variety of M&M candies, I’ve obviously chosen the red and green holiday bag for these. Perfect to wrap up and gift to neighbors, friends, or coworkers!

Sweet and Salty M&M Popcorn

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Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 20

Servings:

Calories: 632kcal

Author: Emily Grace

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat over to 325 degrees.
Pop the popcorn and set aside in a large bowl.
Combine corn syrup, butter, sugar, and vanilla over medium heat in a small saucepan.
Stir frequently until mixture is smooth and completely melted.
Mix peanuts with popcorn.
Pour the warm sugar mixture over the popcorn and peanuts.
Stir until well coated, and turn out onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
Arrange popcorn in a single layer and bake for 15 minutes.
Remove from the oven and top with half the M&M candies (and sprinkles, optional).
Stir once, and top with remaining M&M candies.
Melt the chocolate chips and drizzle over popcorn.
Allow to chill in the refrigerator or freezer until the chocolate is hard set.
Break into pieces and enjoy!