Popcorn and Candy Cookie Bars

Health score
1%
Popcorn and Candy Cookie Bars
120 min.
12
645kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Popcorn and Candy Cookie Bars, a perfect treat for any dessert lover! Combining the classic flavors of buttery sugar cookies with the irresistible crunch of popcorn, pretzels, and candy-coated chocolates, this recipe is sure to be a hit at your next gathering or family movie night.

Imagine biting into a chewy, caramel-drizzled cookie base, topped with a colorful medley of sweet and salty snacks. The contrast of textures—from the soft cookie layer to the crispy popcorn and crunchy pretzels—creates a satisfying experience that will keep you coming back for more. Plus, the addition of salted peanuts adds a delightful nuttiness that perfectly complements the sweetness of the candy.

Not only are these cookie bars a feast for the taste buds, but they also make for a visually stunning dessert. The vibrant colors of the candy-coated chocolates and the golden caramel drizzle make them an eye-catching centerpiece for any dessert table. With a preparation time of just 120 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch to share with friends and family.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. These Popcorn and Candy Cookie Bars are not just a treat; they’re an experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 16.5 oz sugar cookie dough refrigerated
  • cups sugar 
  • 0.5 cup water 
  • teaspoon kosher salt (coarse)
  • 0.7 cup whipping cream 
  • cups popped popcorn 
  • cups pretzel sticks 
  • cups m&m candies 
  • cup roasted peanuts salted
  • serving kosher salt (coarse)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • baking paper
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray or line with cooking parchment paper. Press cookie dough on cookie sheet.
  2. In large saucepan, heat sugar, water and 1 teaspoon salt to boiling over medium-high heat. Boil without stirring until mixture is amber in color, about 8 to 12 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat; slowly pour in whipping cream (mixture will sputter).
  4. In large bowl, toss popcorn, pretzels, candies and peanuts.
  5. Drizzle with caramel mixture; stir until well coated. Firmly and evenly press mixture on cookie dough.
  6. Sprinkle with additional salt.
  7. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until cookie layer is baked. Cool completely.
  8. Cut into 4 rows by 3 rows.

Nutrition Facts

Calories645kcal
Protein5.25%
Fat36.99%
Carbs57.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.29
Glycemic Load
31.55
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.6395651529665%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:644.84kcal
32.24%
Fat:27.06g
41.63%
Saturated Fat:11.16g
69.75%
Carbohydrates:95.06g
31.69%
Net Carbohydrates:91.58g
33.3%
Sugar:69.82g
77.58%
Cholesterol:24.43mg
8.14%
Sodium:520.2mg
22.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.64g
17.29%
Manganese:0.56mg
27.84%
Vitamin B3:3.38mg
16.92%
Phosphorus:152.27mg
15.23%
Folate:59.01µg
14.75%
Fiber:3.48g
13.94%
Iron:2.06mg
11.44%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.09%
Magnesium:34.82mg
8.71%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.33%
Calcium:67.89mg
6.79%
Copper:0.13mg
6.47%
Vitamin A:297.22IU
5.94%
Potassium:203.89mg
5.83%
Selenium:3.13µg
4.47%
Zinc:0.64mg
4.27%
Vitamin K:4.18µg
3.98%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.59%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.94%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.7%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.41%