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Last Updated: Jul 2nd, 2008 - 21:15:22 |
(ARA) - Whether your child comes home right after school and dives into homework or heads to an after-school sport or extracurricular activity, it is important to make sure he or she eats an energy-filled snack to get through the rest of the day.
Jolly Time Pop Corn Minis bag of microwave popcorn is a tasty and convenient after school, whole grain snack for at home or on-the-go.
But for days that call for something extra special, surprise kids with After School Energy Boosters -- a fun-filled treat that will perk up hectic back-to-school schedules. Kids will love their crunchy texture and peanut butter flavor, and moms will love how easy they are to make.
After School Energy Boosters
1 bag (3.5 ounces) Jolly Time Healthy Pop 94 Percent Fat Free Butter Flavor Microwave Pop Corn
1 cup chow mein noodles
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/8 cup white chocolate or almond bark
1 package (12 ounces) butterscotch or peanut butter chips
1. Pop popcorn according to package directions. Open bag carefully and pour into large bowl; discard unpopped kernels. Add chow mein noodles to bowl.
2. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt baking chips, peanut butter and white chocolate, uncovered, on HIGH (100 percent power) for 2 minutes; stir well. Pour over popcorn mixture; stir until evenly coated.
3. Drop mixture by large rounded tablespoonfuls onto wax paper-lined cookie sheets. Refrigerate until firm, 1 to 1-1/2 hours. Store in tightly covered container.
Makes 15 Servings
Nutrition Information (1 piece): Calories 220, Fat 13g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 110mg, Carbohydrates 24g, Fiber 10g, Protein 3g. Courtesy of ARA Content
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