A delightful and festive treat combining popcorn, marshmallow, and peppermint for a perfect holiday snack.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Preheating ensures even baking for the popcorn mixture.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the popped popcorn and crispy cereal.
Ensure the popcorn is free of unpopped kernels to avoid surprises.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the mini marshmallows by microwaving on high for 1-2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds.
Stirring frequently prevents the marshmallows from burning.
Pour the melted marshmallow over the popcorn mixture and stir until evenly coated.
Use a spatula to ensure all pieces are coated.
Spread the coated popcorn mixture onto a baking sheet lined with wax paper.
Spreading it out helps it cool and prevents clumping.
Sprinkle the crushed peppermint candy evenly over the mixture.
Press lightly to help the candy stick to the marshmallow coating.
Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes to set the coating.
Keep an eye on it to prevent over-browning.
Let the mixture cool completely before breaking into pieces and serving.
Cooling ensures the coating hardens properly.
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