Ingredients:

  • 12 cups popped popcorn
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) baking soda
  • 1 tsp (5ml) pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) kosher salt
  • 4 full-size (approx. 200g) Snickers bars, chopped
  • 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. Pop the corn and remove any unpopped kernels. Spread the 12 cups of popped popcorn evenly across a parchment lined baking sheet. Note: Removing kernels prevents dental disasters!
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
  3. Stir in the brown sugar and salt, simmering for 3–5 minutes until the mixture is bubbling and has reached a deep mahogany color.
  4. Remove the pot from heat and quickly whisk in the vanilla extract and baking soda until the mixture foams.
  5. Immediately pour the foaming caramel over the popcorn and gently fold with a spatula until every piece is coated.
  6. Sprinkle the chopped Snickers chunks over the warm popcorn and press them lightly into the mixture.
  7. Place the baking sheet in a 250°F (120°C) oven for 10–15 minutes until the caramel is set and smells toasted.
  8. Melt the semi sweet chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl in 30 second intervals, stirring in between until velvety.
  9. Drizzle the melted chocolate in thin lines across the cooled popcorn.
  10. Allow the tray to set for 2 hours before breaking into pieces and serving.