TRAIL MIX POPCORN
Ingredients:
1 bag (2.9 oz.) microwave popcorn, cooked according to package directions
1 c. raisins
1/2 c. dried apricots, chopped
1/2 c. dried cranberries and/or cherries
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. light corn syrup, honey, or agave nectar
2 tbsp. butter or butter soft spread
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 c. pecans, walnuts and/or peanuts, finely chopped
1/4 c. raw sunflower seeds
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
Directions:
In large bowl sprayed with nonstick cooking spray, combine popcorn with all dried fruits, and set aside. In medium saucepan over low heat, combine sugar with corn syrup, and once melted, stir in butter, baking soda, all nuts, cinnamon, and sunflower seeds and stir until well combined. Carefully drizzle mixture over popcorn and fruit, stirring constantly, until popcorn and fruit are coated. Cool completely before serving. This recipe makes about 10 cups.