How to Make Cracker Jacks!!!

By TheStorm

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Cracker Jacks are an old favorite that all the children like, adults like them too. Here is an easy recipe that shows you how to make your own batch of this fun time snack.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup dark molasses
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 5 quarts popped corn
  • Peanuts

Step1
combine sugar, molasses, and water in a sauce pan and boil to around 235F or util it becomes soft like cotton.
Step2
Remove from heat and add baking soda, mix in well.
Step3
Mix the peanuts and popcorn together in a flat tray or large bowl.
Step4
Pour the warm mixture all over the popcorn and nuts. Stir to get the popcorn coated.
Step5
Let cool. Serve to family and friends

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dhinkle said

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on 5/4/2008 My mouth is watering! Great recipe!

mchapman said

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on 4/21/2008 This sounds really delicious, thanks for sharing

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