Chocolate Chip Popcorn Bars
Sweet, salty, and irresistibly gooey, these Chocolate Chip Popcorn Bars are the ultimate no-bake snack or dessert. Combining fluffy popped popcorn with the creamy richness of melted marshmallows and a hint of vanilla, these bars are laced with mini chocolate chips for bursts of sweetness in every bite. A sprinkle of flaky sea salt elevates the flavor profile, making these treats truly addictive. Perfect for sharing, this easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and yields 12 delectable bars that are ideal for parties, lunchbox treats, or satisfying your sweet tooth at home. Plus, they require no oven, making them a hassle-free option for busy days.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups popped popcorn
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
- 0.5 teaspoon flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
Place the popped popcorn in a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, add the mini marshmallows and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the popcorn in the large mixing bowl. Gently stir with a spatula until all of the popcorn is evenly coated.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly (about 2 minutes), then fold in the mini chocolate chips. Be careful not to add them too soon, as the chocolate may melt excessively.
Transfer the popcorn mixture into the prepared baking dish. Press it firmly and evenly into the dish using the back of a spatula or lightly greased hands.
Sprinkle the top with flaky sea salt, if desired, to enhance the flavor.
Let the bars set at room temperature for at least 1 hour, or refrigerate for 30 minutes for quicker setting.
Once firm, slice into 12 bars and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1967 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.6 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.2 g | 216% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1190 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 333.1 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 207.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.9 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 190 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
