This Christmas Popcorn Mix is Holiday Cheer in a Bowl!
Ho ho ho! Ready to jingle your taste buds this holiday season? This Christmas popcorn recipe is like a festive sleigh ride for your mouth, packed with popcorn, red and green M&Ms, Christmas sprinkles, pretzels, and a delightful drizzle of candy melts. It’s the perfect snack to munch on while watching your favorite holiday movies or waiting for Santa to shimmy down the chimney. So grab your reindeer apron and let’s get popping!
This festive Christmas popcorn is perfect to serve for a:
Holiday Movie Marathon – Gather friends and family to watch classic Christmas movies while munching on this delicious treat.
Christmas Tree Decorating Party – Snack on this festive popcorn as you hang ornaments and string lights on the tree.
Office Holiday Party – Bring a big bowl to share with colleagues and spread some holiday cheer at work.
Family Game Night – Enjoy this sweet and salty snack while playing board games or holiday-themed trivia.
Gingerbread House Decorating – Keep the creativity flowing by munching on this popcorn as you decorate your gingerbread masterpieces.
Christmas Eve Gathering – Have a bowl ready for guests to enjoy while waiting for Santa’s arrival.
Cookie Exchange Party – Add a fun twist to the usual cookies by including this popcorn in the mix.
School Holiday Party – Share this kid-friendly treat with classmates and teachers.
Winter Wonderland Themed Party – Complement the snowy decor with this colorful and festive snack.
Secret Santa Gift Exchange – Make the event even more enjoyable with a bowl of this tasty popcorn to pass around.
No matter where you serve it, this Christmas popcorn is sure to be a hit with everyone!
Christmas Popcorn
Prep time: 5 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Ingredients
- 6 cups popcorn (already popped)
- ½ cup white candy wafers
- ¼ cup M&Ms (green and red)
- 1.5 oz pretzels
- ½ tsp red sprinkles
- ½ tsp green sprinkles
Instructions
On a baking tray, lay out the popped popcorn.
Then break up half of the pretzels and spread both the broken and whole pieces of pretzel over the popcorn.
Spread out the M&Ms over the popcorn.
Melt the candy wafers in the microwave in increments of 30 seconds, until its melted and liquid.
Spread the melted candy wafers over the popcorn mix.
Then add the sprinkles to the popcorn mix and toss everything to make sure the ingredients stick to each other.
Allow candy to harden for approximately 30 minutes, then transfer to a container or serving bowl.
Serve immediately or store in air tight container for up to 2 days.
FAQ
Can I make this popcorn ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the popcorn a day or two in advance. Just store it in an airtight container to keep it fresh and crunchy.
What type of candy melts should I use?
You can use any color or flavor of candy melts that you prefer. White, red, and green candy melts are great choices to keep with the Christmas theme! You can also use milk chocolate or almond bark if you prefer a different flavor!
Can I add other ingredients to the mix?
Of course! Feel free to get creative. You can add mini marshmallows, crushed candy canes, or even some dried cranberries or cherries for an extra festive touch.
How do I prevent the popcorn from getting soggy?
Make sure to let the candy melts fully harden before storing the popcorn. Spread the popcorn mixture out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let it cool completely to avoid any sogginess.
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