Molasses Pretzel Snack (Microwaved)

• packed brown sugar1⁄2 cup
• butter, cubed↗1⁄4 cup
• corn syrup (I have subbed this out with extra molasses, honey and agave in the past, all with great results)↗1 tablespoon
• molasses↗1 tablespoon
• salt↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• baking soda↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• almond extract (I have subbed out vanilla in the past)↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• miniature pretzels5 cups
• salted peanuts (unsalted is fine too)↗1 cup

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and molasses. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 45-50 seconds or until the butter is melted; stir.

2. 2

   Microwave 15-25 seconds longer or until mixture boils. Immediately stir in the salt, baking soda and extract (mixture will foam).

3. 3

   Stir in pretzels and peanuts. Microwave on high for 20-30 seconds or until pretzels and nuts are well coated, stirring twice.

4. 4

   Spread into a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. pan. (If I use unsalted peanuts, I sprinkle some extra sea salt on the top of the mixture). Cool for 15 minutes, stirring twice. Store in an airtight container.