Movie Theater Floor

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) of butter
• 1/2 cup of dark brown sugar
• 1/2 cup of light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup of corn syrup
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla
• 3 cups of popped popcorn (plain or flavored)
• 1/2 cup of peanuts (optional)
• 1/2 cup of M&Ms (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 300°F.
2. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add brown sugars, corn syrup, and salt, stirring until the sugars are dissolved.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.
6. In a large bowl, combine the popcorn and peanuts (if using). Pour the sugar mixture over the popcorn, stirring to coat evenly.
7. Spread the popcorn mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
8. Bake for 15 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
9. Remove from oven and stir in the M&Ms (if using). Allow to cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Movie theater floors are traditionally made with popcorn, peanuts, and M&Ms.
• The popcorn used for movie theater floors is typically un-flavored.
• This snack is a great way to use up leftover popcorn and candy.