Description
A festive, sweet and salty popcorn treat made with fluffy popcorn, white chocolate, green candy melts, pretzels, marshmallows, and candy-coated chocolates—perfect for St. Patrick’s Day parties or any fun celebration.
Ingredients
- 10 cups popped popcorn (about 1/2 cup unpopped kernels)
- 12 ounces white chocolate chips
- 1 cup green candy melts
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup pretzel sticks, broken into pieces
- 1 cup green and white candy-coated chocolates
- 1/2 cup gold sprinkles or gold chocolate coins
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Place the popped popcorn in a very large mixing bowl, removing any unpopped kernels.
- Melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, melt the green candy melts in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the popcorn and gently toss to coat.
- Drizzle the melted green candy melts over the popcorn mixture and lightly toss again to distribute the color.
- Immediately add the mini marshmallows, pretzel pieces, candy-coated chocolates, sprinkles, and salt. Gently mix until evenly distributed.
- Spread the popcorn mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
- Let sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate has completely set.
- Once hardened, break into clusters and serve.
Notes
- Use plain or lightly salted popcorn to prevent a greasy coating.
- Ensure popcorn is completely cool before adding melted chocolate to avoid sogginess.
- Customize colors and candies to match different holidays or themes.
- Add 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract for a minty variation.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Do not refrigerate or freeze, as condensation may cause stickiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
