Chex Caramel Corn

This is a fun and easy snack to make for whenever. But be careful it can be addicting!!!

4 1/2 cups of Corn or Rice Chex Cereal
4 cups of popped popcorn (one bag)
1/2 cup of honey roasted peanuts
1/4 cup of butter or margarine
1/3 cup of brown sugar
2 Tablespoons of light corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon of vanilla

Directions:

1- In large bowl combine chex cereal, popcorn, and peanuts.
2- In a small microwavable bowl combine brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, and vanilla. Microwave for about 2 minutes or until boiling. Pour over cereal and mix well.
3- Microwave for 1 minute intervals for about 4- 5 minutes, stirring after each minute. Be careful not to burn it, just check in between each minute and decide when it looks well coated then stop.
4- Spread out on wax paper to cool. Store in a gallon Ziploc bag.