Popcorn Bars

Popcorn Bars are delicious bars made from popcorn, marshmallows, peanuts and M&Ms. Everybody loves this yummy treat!

For more movie night musts try White Chocolate Popcorn, Pepperoni Pizza, and Caramel Apple Nachos.

Movie Night Bars

Hi, it’s me Lily again. I love sharing delicious and easy dessert recipes! Right now I’m super hungry because of this delicious, mouth-watering picture right above!!

I also love spending time with mom in the kitchen making yummy recipes like these Popcorn Bars. They are filled with Popcorn, M&Ms and peanuts!!

We ended up popping 1 bag of butter popcorn and 1 bag of Kettle corn and mixed them together. It was perfect!! Everybody liked these so much that they wanted a second one. I actually wanted a third but mom said no. 😀

So, if your mouth is watering looking at these pictures, then I think you should try this recipe. Don’t they look DELICIOUS!? I think they’d be perfect for a Movie Night!!

Quick + Easy

DRY INGREDIENTS. Add M&Ms, peanuts and popcorn to a large bowl and set aside.

WET INGREDIENTS. Add marshmallows, butter and oil to a medium pot and cool on medium heat until marshmallows are melted. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and salt. Pour over popcorn and M&Ms and mix well.

SHAPE. Spread into a greased 9×13 pan. Let set for 1-2 hours. Cut into bars and ENJOY!

Tips + Variations

The easiest way to cut these into squares is with a serrated knife. 

If you don’t want to use canola oil you can simply omit it. But you may want to add in a little extra butter.

Customize it!

• Swap out the peanuts for a different kind of nut
• Drizzle melted chocolate on top
• Use your favorite flavor of M&Ms
• Add chopped Twix or Snickers
• Add in sprinkles or chocolate chips
• Instead of chocolate try crushed pretzels or raisins
• Add in your favorite movie treats

Storing Info

STORE leftovers in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in foil at room temperature. Store for up to 4 days. 

You can easily FREEZE the popcorn bars after wrapping them tightly in plastic wrap and placing them in a freezer safe bag. You can keep them in the freezer for up to 2 weeks before allowing them to thaw at room temperature before removing the plastic and serving.

Here are some other treats perfect for movie night:

• Brownie Puppy Chow Mix
• Cake Mix Cookie Bars
• White Chocolate Trail Mix
• Homemade Kettle Corn
• Caramel Marshmallow Popcorn

Recipe adapted from Taste of Home.