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Festive Christmas Popcorn Snack Recipe

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Christmas Crunch is a festive and delightful treat perfect for holiday gatherings, featuring a mix of buttery popcorn coated in a smooth white chocolate and marshmallow blend, then sprinkled with colorful Mini M&M’s, Peanut M&M’s, red and green sprinkles, and crunchy pretzel pieces. This no-bake, easy-to-make snack combines sweet and salty flavors for a perfect holiday treat everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

Scale

Popcorn Base

  • 2 bags microwave popcorn (about 10 cups popped), prepared as per package directions

Toppings

  • Mini M&M’s Candy, red & green colors
  • Peanut M&M’s Candy, red & green colors
  • Red & green sprinkles
  • 1 cup pretzels, broken in half

Coating Mixture

  • ¾ cup white chocolate candy melts
  • 6 tablespoons salted butter
  • 3 cups mini marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line an 11 x 17-inch baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Pop Popcorn: Cook the 2 bags of microwave popcorn according to the package directions until fully popped, yielding approximately 10 cups. Transfer the popcorn to the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly. (Alternatively, place popcorn in a large bowl for mixing as explained in the notes.)
  3. Melt Coating: In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the 6 tablespoons of salted butter. Add in the 3 cups of mini marshmallows and ¾ cup of white chocolate candy melts. Stir continuously until the mixture is fully melted and smooth without lumps, then remove from heat.
  4. Combine Coating and Popcorn: Pour about three-quarters of the melted butter, marshmallow, and white chocolate mixture over the popcorn on the baking sheet. Toss gently to coat the popcorn evenly.
  5. Add Toppings: Pour the remaining coating mixture over the popcorn and immediately sprinkle the Mini M&M’s candies, Peanut M&M’s candies, red and green sprinkles, and broken pretzel pieces evenly over the top.
  6. Cool and Serve: Allow the Christmas Crunch to cool completely at room temperature until the coating sets and becomes firm. Once cooled, break into clusters if desired and serve.

Notes

  • Let It Cool Completely: Ensure the Christmas Crunch is entirely cooled before storing to prevent moisture buildup.
  • Airtight Container: Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent staleness.
  • Room Temperature: Keep stored at room temperature away from heat or direct sunlight.
  • Keep Dry: Avoid exposure to humidity or moisture to preserve the crunchiness.
  • Alternative Mixing Method: Instead of spreading on a baking sheet initially, place the popped popcorn in a very large bowl. Pour ¾ of the melted mixture over popcorn and toss with a silicone spoon. Add most of the toppings and toss gently. Then transfer to baking sheet and drizzle with remaining coating mixture. Sprinkle leftover toppings on top.
  • This treat stays fresh and crunchy for up to one week when stored properly.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

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