Peanut Butter Popcorn Bars
Get ready to fall in love with these irresistible Peanut Butter Popcorn Bars—a sweet and salty snack that's perfect for any occasion! Made with light, crunchy popcorn coated in a luscious mixture of creamy peanut butter, honey, and brown sugar, these no-bake bars are both quick to make and delightfully satisfying. A hint of vanilla and a pinch of salt elevate the flavor, while optional mini chocolate chips add a touch of richness for chocolate lovers. Ready in just 15 minutes and set to firm perfection, this easy recipe is ideal for meal prep, lunchbox treats, or an on-the-go energy boost. Plus, with simple ingredients and no need for fancy equipment, these homemade bars are a healthier alternative to store-bought snacks. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or enjoying them solo, these chewy, nutty bars are sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Popped popcorn (unsalted and unbuttered)
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 0.75 cup Honey
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Set aside.
Place the popped popcorn in a large mixing bowl, ensuring no unpopped kernels remain.
In a medium saucepan, combine the peanut butter, honey, and brown sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture begins to bubble and all the ingredients are fully combined (about 3-4 minutes).
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Quickly pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the popcorn and gently toss until the popcorn is evenly coated. Be careful as the mixture will be hot!
If using mini chocolate chips, let the popcorn cool slightly (about 2-3 minutes) before sprinkling them in. Gently toss to distribute.
Transfer the coated popcorn mixture to the prepared baking dish. Use a piece of parchment paper or greased hands to firmly press the mixture into an even layer.
Allow the mixture to cool completely at room temperature (about 1 hour) or place it in the refrigerator for faster setting.
Once set, lift the mixture out of the dish using the parchment paper and cut it into bars or squares of your desired size.
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.0 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.9 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1692 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 388.8 g | 141% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.0 g | 143% | |
| Total Sugars | 254.3 g | ||
| Protein | 82.1 g | 164% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 2289 mg | 49% | |
*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.
