Chocolate Peanut Popcorn Squares

Chocolate Peanut Popcorn Squares are a variation of a popcorn ball recipe. Instead of the messy job of forming the popcorn mixture into a ball you just press into a pan and cut into squares.

Chocolate Peanut Popcorn Squares

1 bag Betty Crocker Pop Secret microwave popcorn, popped
2 Tbsp. Butter
1 pkg. miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
1/2 cup peanuts

1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
2 tsp. Butter

Remove and discard any unpopped kernels.

Place the butter in 4 quart microwavable bowl or casserole. Microwave on high until melted, about 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the marshmallows and chips until coated. Microwave on High just until mixture can be stirred smooth, 2 to 4 minutes, stirring once each minute.

Carefully fold in peanuts and popcorn until coated. Press mixture into greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan with wooden spoon. Drizzle with chocolate glaze. Let cool.

For glaze: Place chips and butter in microwave uncovered on High for 1 to 3 minutes. Stir every 30 seconds.

Makes about 24 (2-inch) Chocolate Peanut Popcorn Squares.