Popcorn Chocolate Bar Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup popcorn kernels
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup light corn syrup
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 12 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 1/4 tsp flaky sea salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 300°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Pop the popcorn kernels and spread the popcorn onto the prepared baking sheet.
3. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, corn syrup, granulated sugar, and salt, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil and cook for 4-5 minutes or until the mixture is a light caramel color.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.
5. Pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn and use a rubber spatula to coat the popcorn well.
6. Bake the popcorn for 10-15 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the caramel is sticky and no longer wet.
7. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate, stirring constantly.
8. Spread the melted chocolate over the popcorn and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
9. Allow the chocolate to cool and set at room temperature or in the fridge.
10. Once hardened, break the popcorn chocolate bar into pieces and serve.

Verdict:

This popcorn chocolate bar is the perfect combination of sweet and salty. The crunchy popcorn and sticky caramel provide a satisfying texture, while the semisweet chocolate adds a rich and decadent flavor. The flaky sea salt on top enhances the contrast of flavors and adds an extra layer of complexity to this dessert.

Serving Suggestions:

Enjoy this dessert as a snack or serve it alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a fun and unique dessert. This popcorn chocolate bar also makes for a great homemade gift!