1. Can I make Christmas Popcorn ahead of time?

Yes! Christmas Popcorn can be made up to 5 days in advance. Just be sure to store it in an airtight container at room temperature to keep it crispy. Avoid refrigeration, as moisture can make the popcorn soggy.

2. What kind of popcorn is best for this recipe?

Plain, air-popped popcorn works best as it doesn’t add extra butter or seasoning. Microwave popcorn is also fine, but choose a lightly salted or unsalted version so the flavors stay balanced with the white chocolate and candy.

3. Can I freeze Christmas Popcorn?

Freezing is not recommended. The chocolate coating and popcorn texture can change after thawing, leading to a soggy or chewy snack. Stick to room-temperature storage in a sealed container for best results.

4. How do I prevent the popcorn from sticking together too much?

After coating the mix with melted white chocolate, spread it evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet before it sets. This ensures the pieces don’t clump together too tightly and helps create evenly coated, snackable clusters.

Christmas Popcorn – Easy Holiday Treat Everyone Loves

Name: Christmas Popcorn
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 10 cups popped popcorn; 12 oz white chocolate or vanilla almond bark, melted; 1 cup mini pretzels, broken into pieces; 1 cup red and green M&Ms; 1/4 cup red and green sprinkles; 1/2 cup crushed candy canes (optional)

Description

This Christmas Popcorn recipe combines the perfect mix of sweet, salty, and festive flavors. Popcorn is coated in creamy white chocolate, complemented by crunchy pretzels, colorful M&Ms, and a touch of peppermint from crushed candy canes. A perfect snack for holiday parties, gift-giving, or cozy family nights. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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10 cups popped popcorn
12 oz white chocolate or vanilla almond bark, melted
1 cup mini pretzels, broken into pieces
1 cup red and green M&Ms
1/4 cup red and green sprinkles
1/2 cup crushed candy canes (optional)

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Instructions

Pop 10 cups of popcorn and remove any unpopped kernels. Place the popcorn in a large bowl.
Add the broken pretzel pieces, M&Ms, and crushed candy canes (if using) to the bowl with the popcorn.
Melt the white chocolate or almond bark according to package instructions.
Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the popcorn mixture and gently stir to coat everything evenly.
While the white chocolate is still warm, sprinkle the red and green sprinkles over the popcorn mixture and stir gently to distribute.
Spread the coated popcorn mixture onto a large baking sheet in a single layer.
Allow the popcorn to set for 10-15 minutes, or until the white chocolate hardens.
Once set, break the popcorn into clusters and serve. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Notes

Ensure to remove any unpopped kernels before mixing in the other ingredients to prevent any hard pieces.
You can substitute the candy canes with peppermint baking chips or crushed peppermint hard candies for a different twist.
For a dairy-free option, use dairy-free white chocolate or vegan almond bark.
If making for a large crowd, you can double the recipe easily.
This recipe can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Snack, Holiday Treat
Method: No-bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Calories: 150
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 5mg