Chocolate Popcorn Bars
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistibly gooey and crunchy Chocolate Popcorn Bars, a perfect blend of buttery caramel-coated popcorn and smooth chocolate layers. This crowd-pleasing recipe brings together the nostalgic charm of popcorn with the decadence of milk and dark chocolate, topped with optional sprinkles for a playful touch. With just 20 minutes of prep and cook time, these no-bake bars are quick, easy, and ideal for parties, movie nights, or on-the-go snacking. The rich caramel mixture binds the fluffy popcorn into sticky, sweet perfection, while the velvety chocolate topping provides a luxurious finish. Whether you're seeking a simple dessert recipe, kid-friendly treats, or creative ways to use popcorn, these Chocolate Popcorn Bars are sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Popcorn (unpopped kernels or pre-popped, plain)
- 0.5 cups Butter
- 0.75 cups Brown sugar
- 0.25 cups Honey (or corn syrup)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups Milk chocolate chips
- 0.5 cups Dark chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
Prepare 8 cups of popcorn by either popping fresh kernels or using plain pre-popped popcorn. Set aside in a large mixing bowl, ensuring no unpopped kernels remain.
In a medium saucepan, melt 0.5 cups of butter over medium heat. Stir in 0.75 cups of brown sugar, 0.25 cups of honey, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt until fully combined.
Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Let it gently boil for 2 minutes without stirring, then remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Pour the hot caramel mixture over the popcorn in the mixing bowl. Use a spatula to gently mix until all the popcorn is evenly coated.
Transfer the coated popcorn to a greased or parchment-lined 9x13-inch baking dish. Press it down gently with the spatula to create an even layer.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1.5 cups of milk chocolate chips and 0.5 cups of dark chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
Pour the melted chocolate over the popcorn layer and spread it evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
Optional: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of sprinkles over the chocolate layer for added decoration and texture.
Let the bars cool at room temperature for 20-30 minutes or until the chocolate is set. For faster setting, place the dish in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
Once fully set, cut the popcorn mixture into 12 bars using a sharp knife. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
10799 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 308.9 g | 396% | |
| Saturated Fat | 144.4 g | 722% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 311 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 2169 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1834.2 g | 667% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 270.4 g | 966% | |
| Total Sugars | 397.3 g | ||
| Protein | 263.6 g | 527% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 741 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 71.5 mg | 397% | |
| Potassium | 7763 mg | 165% | |
*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.
