Stir Crazy Crunch

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Stir Crazy Crunch is a sweet, crunchy popcorn treat infused with caramel, peanuts, and rich flavors, perfect for snack lovers and party gatherings.

Be the first to rate this recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 qt. popped plain popcorn
  • 3/4 c. sugar
  • 3/4 c. light brown sugar
  • 1/2 c. light corn syrup
  • 1/2 c. water
  • 1 tsp. white vinegar
  • 1/2 c. butter or margarine
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1 c. dry roasted peanuts

Instructions

  1. Place popped popcorn into a large, buttered, heatproof bowl.
  2. In a 2-quart saucepan, combine sugar, light brown sugar, corn syrup, water, vinegar, butter, and salt.
  3. Using a candy thermometer, cook the syrup to 290° F on medium heat, stirring frequently.
  4. Remove from heat and add peanuts.
  5. Pour the hot syrup mixture over the popcorn, tossing to coat well.
  6. Spread the mixture into a buttered 9 x 13 x 2-inch dish.
  7. Allow to cool, then break into pieces.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

605 kcal 30% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.1g 14% DV
Total Fat 33g 42% DV
Carbs 73.1g 27% DV
Fiber 6.9g 24% DV
Sugar 43.9g 88% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10010.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 202.8mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1.8mcg
Vitamin C 9.1mg 10% DV
Calcium 53.3mg 4% DV
Iron 1.3mg 7% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

American recipes → Vegetarian recipes → Dairy recipes → All recipes →