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Loaded Leprechaun Popcorn Recipe

Loaded Leprechaun Popcorn

A festive treat perfect for St. Patrick's Day, combining popcorn, cereal, and sweets for a delightful snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Popcorn Mix
  • 4 cups plain popcorn
  • 2 cups Lucky Charms cereal
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1½ cups mini marshmallows
  • ¼ cup mint M&Ms
  • sprinkles St. Patrick's Day themed, green, white, yellow

Equipment

  • Large Baking Sheet
  • Wax Paper

Method
 

  1. Prepare a large baking sheet with wax paper.
  2. In a large bowl combine plain popcorn and Lucky Charms cereal, set aside.
  3. Over medium heat, melt butter until completely melted.
  4. Add mini marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat as soon as the marshmallows are melted.
  5. Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the popcorn and cereal mixture. Fold until everything is well coated.
  6. Pour the popcorn and cereal coated mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Immediately sprinkle mint M&Ms and sprinkles over the top. Allow it to dry.
  8. Break into pieces and enjoy!

Notes

This sweet and festive treat is perfect for sharing during St. Patrick's Day celebrations or any time you want a fun snack. The combination of sweet cereal and marshmallows with the crunch of popcorn makes it irresistible.