Movie Theater Popcorn Bars
The ultimate sweet and salty snack that brings the movie theater experience home! Movie Theater Popcorn Bars are easy to make, customizable, and perfect for any occasion. Enjoy a batch tonight!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Frying Pan
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 10.5 ounces mini marshmallows
- 9 cups popped salted popcorn
- ½ cup chocolate melting wafers
- assorted candies
Instructions
- Line a 9 x 9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- In large pan, melt butter over low heat. Set aside 1 cup marshmallows. Add the rest of the marshmallows to the pan and stir until completely melted.
- Gradually add in the popcorn; stirring until well coated. Fold in the reserved 1 cup of marshmallows and mix until they are evenly incorporated.
- Using a buttered spatula or clean hands to firmly press the mixture into the prepared pan. Cool completely. Cut into bars.
- Melt chocolate candy melts according to package directions. Use a spoon to coat the top of the Movie Theater Popcorn with the melted chocolate.
- Immediately top with candies of your choice along with additional marshmallows and popcorn.
Notes
- Tip 1: I used Newman's Own Sea Salt Microwave popcorn for this recipe. I would avoid anything with a lot of butter.
- Tip 2: Air popped popcorn would work well in this recipe.