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    Peanut & Raisin Popcorn Balls (Vegan)

    By | Shine Food – Sun, Jan 8, 2012 11:37 AM EST


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    For a variation on this recipe, use dried cranberries instead of raisins.

    What You Need

    2 tbsp. vegan butter
    1 bag (10 ounces) mini vegan marshmallows
    12 cups plain, unsalted popped popcorn, (from 2/3 cup kernels)
    1/2 cup unsalted peanuts
    1/2 cup raisins

    How to Make It

    In a medium nonstick saucepan, melt 2 tbsp. butter over low heat. Add the bag of mini marshmallows; cook, stirring, until melted, 10 to 12 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the popcorn, unsalted peanuts, and raisins, being careful not to mix in any un-popped kernels.

    Pour melted marshmallows over popcorn mixture, and fold to combine. You will need to work quickly since the sugar in the marshmallows hardens as it cools. Rub a little butter into your hands to prevent sticking, and gently form 12 balls, each about 2 1/2 inches across; place on waxed paper. Let set until cool and firm, about 10 minutes.

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