How to Make Lucky Charms Popcorn

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Microwave the popcorn.

   Follow the directions listed on your microwaveable popcorn bag.
   
   Be sure to listen to the crackles.
   
   Continuing to heat the bag when there is no noise, will result in burnt popcorn.
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   Step 2: Pour the bag in a large bowl.

   Pick out and discard any unpopped kernels. ,, Heat them in the microwave using a 30% to 50% power for about two minutes, or until melted completely.
   
   Stir every 30 seconds to incorporate.
   
   If the mixture becomes clumpy and hard-like, after two minutes of heating and stirring, add a spoon of shortening.
   
   Whisk it into the candy melt mixture to thin it out.. , Scoop a good cup or two of Lucky Charms cereal and separate the cereal from the marshmallows.
   
   Set the marshmallows on the side. , Ensure everything is coated evenly. , Spread the mixture out evenly. ,, Set the sheet aside until the popcorn is cooled.
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   Step 3: Set the bowl aside.

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   Step 4: Melt the candy melts.

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   Step 5: Pick out the marshmallows.

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   Step 6: Pour the melted candy melt mixture over the popcorn.

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   Step 7: Transfer the popcorn mixture to a lined baking sheet.

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   Step 8: Use the marshmallows on the popcorn immediately.

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   Step 9: Allow the mixture to harden.

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