Description
Peppermint Bark Popcorn is a festive holiday treat combining the crunch of popcorn with the sweetness of white chocolate and the refreshing taste of peppermint. It’s perfect for parties, gifts, or as a cozy winter snack.
Ingredients
- 10 cups popped popcorn (about 1/2 cup kernels)
- 12 oz white chocolate chips (or white chocolate melts)
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes (about 4-5 candy canes)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (optional, for a sweet-salty contrast)
Instructions
Pop the popcorn: Pop the popcorn and place it in a large mixing bowl. Remove any unpopped kernels.
- Melt the white chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted. Stir in peppermint extract once melted.
- Coat the popcorn: Pour the melted white chocolate over the popcorn and gently toss to coat.
- Add the crushed peppermint: Immediately sprinkle crushed peppermint over the popcorn, then toss again. Optionally, sprinkle sea salt for a sweet-salty contrast.
- Set and cool: Spread the popcorn on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and allow it to cool for 30 minutes to 1 hour. For faster cooling, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy: Once set, break the popcorn into pieces and serve. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Add nuts like almonds or pecans for extra crunch.
- Dark chocolate drizzle adds richness if desired.
- Sprinkles can add a colorful holiday touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
