Banana Coconut Popcorn Bars

Banana Coconut Popcorn Bars

5.0(11)

A poppin’ new twist on the classic crispy rice treat! When cooking the honey and brown sugar mixture, make sure you stir frequently to avoid burning, and feel free to get creative with your favorite mix-ins. These make for a perfect game-day snack with plenty of sweet and savory surprises.

Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
1 hr 15 min
Yield
12 bars

Ingredients

  • 6 cups popcorn (50 g), crushed
  • 3 cups brown rice (600 g), puffed
  • 2 cups banana chips (200 g), roughly chopped, plus more for topping
  • 1 cup toasted coconut flakes (100 g)
  • 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds, plus more for topping
  • ¾ cup honey (250 g)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (220 g)
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 696
  • Fat 9g
  • Carbs 141g
  • Fiber 13g
  • Sugar 41g
  • Protein 13g

How to Make It

1. Step
Line a 9x13-inch (22 x 33 cm) baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Step
In a large bowl, mix together the popcorn, puffed rice, chopped banana chips, coconut flakes, and sesame seeds.
3. Step
In a small pot over medium-high heat, combine the honey, brown sugar, and salt. Cook until the brown sugar dissolves, stirring frequently to avoid burning, 2–3 minutes. Let the mixture to come to a low boil for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly, then remove the pot from the heat.
4. Step
Pour the honey and brown sugar mixture over the popcorn mixture. Using a rubber spatula, stir until the dry ingredients are well coated and beginning to stick together.
5. Step
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Using lightly moistened hands, press the mixture into the baking dish in an even layer.
6. Step
Top with more sesame seeds and banana chips.
7. Step
Set aside in a cool place for 1 hour to set, then cut into 12 bars.
8. Step
Enjoy!

Tags

VegetarianVeganDairy-FreeHigh-FiberSpatulaSnacksChef's KnifeMixing BowlLiquid Measuring CupDry Measuring CupsKid-FriendlyMeasuring SpoonsNo Bake DessertsParchment PaperBaking PanSauce PanStove Top

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