Caramel-Popcorn Bars

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Caramel-Popcorn Bars
30 min.
24
126kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Caramel-Popcorn Bars, a perfect treat for any occasion! Whether you're hosting a party, looking for a fun snack, or simply craving something sweet, these bars are sure to impress. With their irresistible combination of crunchy popcorn and rich caramel, they offer a satisfying texture and flavor that will keep you coming back for more.

What makes these bars even more appealing is that they are vegetarian and gluten-free, making them a great option for a variety of dietary preferences. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 24 people, making them ideal for gatherings or family movie nights. Each bar is a mere 126 calories, allowing you to enjoy a sweet treat without the guilt!

The preparation is simple and fun, involving just a few easy steps. You'll love the aroma of melting caramels as you mix them with popcorn and crushed peanut brittle, creating a deliciously sticky mixture that binds everything together. Once pressed into a pan and allowed to set, these bars can be cut into perfect squares, ready to be devoured.

So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a snack that’s not only tasty but also a hit with friends and family. These Caramel-Popcorn Bars are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection!

Ingredients

  • 14 oz individually wrapped caramels 
  • 3.5 oz butter-flavored microwave popcorn (any variety)
  • oz peanuts crushed
  • 0.3 teaspoon vanilla 
  • tablespoon water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • knife
  • microwave
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Butter bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan.
  2. Remove and discard unpopped kernels from popped popcorn.
  3. In large bowl, mix popcorn and peanut brittle. In 4-cup microwavable measuring cup, microwave caramels and water uncovered on High 2 to 4 minutes, stirring every minute, until smooth. Stir in vanilla.
  4. Pour over popcorn mixture; toss until evenly coated. Press in pan with buttered hands.
  5. Let stand about 30 minutes or until set. For 24 bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows with wet knife.

Nutrition Facts

Calories126kcal
Protein9.02%
Fat41.91%
Carbs49.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6
Glycemic Load
9.57
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.9482608767955%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:125.93kcal
6.3%
Fat:6.14g
9.45%
Saturated Fat:1.56g
9.77%
Carbohydrates:16.18g
5.39%
Net Carbohydrates:15.08g
5.49%
Sugar:10.85g
12.06%
Cholesterol:1.16mg
0.39%
Sodium:73.66mg
3.2%
Alcohol:0.01g
100%
Alcohol %:0.06%
100%
Protein:2.97g
5.95%
Manganese:0.22mg
11.01%
Vitamin B3:1.22mg
6.08%
Phosphorus:57.02mg
5.7%
Magnesium:20.49mg
5.12%
Folate:18.29µg
4.57%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.44%
Fiber:1.09g
4.36%
Copper:0.08mg
3.76%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.2%
Calcium:31.31mg
3.13%
Potassium:106mg
3.03%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.35%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.31%
Iron:0.38mg
2.13%
Zinc:0.32mg
2.11%
Selenium:1.1µg
1.57%
Vitamin E:0.19mg
1.3%