Ingredients
Main Recipe:
- 12 cups popped popcorn (about ½ cup unpopped kernels)
- 12 ounces white chocolate chips or white candy melts
- 6 ounces green candy melts
- 2 cups festive sprinkles (green, white, and gold)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Optional Mix-ins:
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup pretzel pieces
- ½ cup roasted nuts
- Lucky Charms marshmallows
- Green M&Ms
Instructions
- Prepare popcorn: Pop popcorn using your preferred method and transfer to a very large mixing bowl. Remove all unpopped kernels and any burnt pieces.
- Melt white chocolate: Place white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at 50% power in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth (60-90 seconds total). Stir in vanilla extract if using.
- Coat popcorn: Pour melted white chocolate over popcorn and gently fold with a rubber spatula until evenly coated. Work quickly before chocolate begins to set.
- Spread on pans: Immediately transfer chocolate-coated popcorn onto two large baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Spread into an even layer.
- Melt green candy melts: Microwave green candy melts in a separate bowl at 50% power in 30-second intervals until smooth. Transfer to a zip-top bag and snip off a small corner.
- Drizzle: Drizzle green candy melts over the white-chocolate-coated popcorn in decorative patterns, moving your hand continuously for best results.
- Add toppings: While chocolate is still wet, sprinkle with festive decorations and any mix-ins. Press gently to ensure they adhere.
- Set: Let popcorn sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes until chocolate is completely hardened.
- Serve: Break apart into clusters and individual pieces. Transfer to serving bowl or package into bags.
Notes
- Popcorn choice: Air-popped or lightly salted stovetop popcorn works best. Avoid heavily buttered varieties.
- Chocolate melting: Never overheat white chocolate—use 50% power and short intervals to prevent seizing.
- Drizzle consistency: If chocolate thickens in piping bag, microwave for 10-15 seconds to re-soften.
- Dairy-free option: Use dairy-free white chocolate chips and verify candy melts are dairy-free.
- Natural coloring: Replace green candy melts with white chocolate tinted with matcha powder or green food coloring.
- Storage: Keep in airtight containers at room temperature for up to one week. Avoid refrigeration.
- Scaling: Recipe doubles or triples easily for large gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-bake, Stovetop/Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian