Tonight is the 84th edition of the signature Hollywood event, the Oscars. Founded in 1927 by 36 of the most influential men and women in the motion picture industry at the time, this annual event is must-see television for millions of people worldwide. As you curl up to watch, this incredible peanut butter popcorn recipe will add extra class, glamour and taste to your event. Enjoy this special occasion and I hope your Oscar favorite goes home a winner!  

1 1/2 cups sugar

3/4 cup corn syrup

2 tablespoons water

3/4 cup creamy peanut butter

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

1/2 tablespoon baking soda

1/2 cup unsalted peanuts, toasted

3 cups freshly popped popcorn, warm

1/2 cup chocolate syrup

1. Combine sugar, corn syrup and water in a small saucepan set to low heat, stirring constantly until mixture begins to caramelize and turns amber in color, about 5 minutes.

2. Add the peanut butter, butter and baking soda to the mixture and stir to combine. Remove from heat and set aside.

3. Place toasted peanuts and popcorn in large bowl and mix with enough peanut butter topping to coat thoroughly.

4. Transfer to baking sheet, spreading into 1 even layer.

5. Drizzle with chocolate syrup and cool 5-10 minutes.

6. Cut popcorn into 6 equal servings and serve.

Recipe courtesy of Laurent Tourondel, chef of BLT American Brasserie @

500 West Superior Street
Chicago, IL 60654
312-948-8744

Recipe published 2/22/12 in The Chicago Sun-Times Newspaper. Photo courtesy of ranunculusadventure.blogspot.com.

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