Cranberry popcorn bars are a delightful treat that combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the crunchy texture of popcorn. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply enjoying as a snack. With their vibrant red color and festive flavor, cranberry popcorn bars are sure to be a hit among family and friends. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create this delicious treat in no time. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to make the ultimate cranberry popcorn bars!
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
WHITE CHOCOLATE CRANBERRY POPCORN BARS
Chewy popcorn bars are studded with dried cranberries, white morsels, and salted almonds.
Provided by Pam Cooking Spray
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips
Time 20m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Spray 13x9-inch baking pan and large bowl with cooking spray.
- Prepare popcorn according to package directions. Remove all unpopped kernels. Combine popped corn, cranberries, morsels and almonds in bowl.
- Place marshmallows and butter in 8-cup glass measure. Microwave on HIGH 2 minutes or until smooth when stirred. Immediately pour over popcorn mixture; toss until coated evenly. Place in pan. Moisten hands with water; press mixture evenly into pan. Allow to cool. Cut into 24 bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 48 mg, Sugar 13.6 g
CRANBERRY POPCORN BARS RECIPE - (4.6/5)
Provided by carvalhohm
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Line a 13"x9" baking pan with aluminum foil; spray with non-stick vegetable spray and set aside. In a large bowl, toss together popcorn, chocolate chips, cranberries, coconut and almonds; set aside. In a saucepan over medium heat, stir marshmallows and butter until melted and smooth. Pour over popcorn mixture and toss to coat completely; quickly transfer to prepared pan. Lay a sheet of wax paper over top; press down firmly. Chill for 30 minutes, or until firm. Lift bars from pan, using foil as handles; peel off foil and wax paper. Slice into bars; chill an additional 30 minutes. Makes 16.
CRANBERRY POPCORN BARS
Between work and home, I eat popcorn every day. Our company makes old-fashioned stovetop poppers. We're in the heart of popcorn country and are always trying new popcorn varieties and seasonings. These snack bars are crisp and tangy.-Wabash Valley Farms, Steve Dold, Monon, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place popcorn in a large bowl; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, cook and stir marshmallows and butter over low heat until smooth. Stir in the cranberries, walnuts, orange zest and salt. , Pour over popcorn and toss to coat. Press into a greased 11x7-in. pan. Cool. Cut into bars with a serrated knife.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen cranberries for the best flavor. If using frozen cranberries, thaw them before using.
- To make the popcorn bars easier to cut, chill them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
- If you don't have a microwave, you can pop the popcorn in a large pot on the stovetop over medium heat. Just be sure to shake the pot frequently so the popcorn doesn't burn.
- Feel free to get creative with the toppings for your popcorn bars. You could use chopped nuts, dried fruit, or even mini chocolate chips.
- Store the popcorn bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Cranberry popcorn bars are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these popcorn bars a try!
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