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Christmas Crunch

Decadent Christmas Crunch: Festive White Chocolate Popcorn

This Christmas Crunch combines crunchy popcorn with creamy white chocolate, M&Ms, and pretzels for a delectable holiday treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Desserts
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Popcorn Base
  • 0.5 cup Popcorn Kernels Yield about 16-17 cups of popped popcorn.
For the Sweet Coating
  • 10 oz Vanilla Candy Melts Can substitute with white chocolate chips.
For the Crunchy Contrast
  • 1 cup Broken Pretzel Pieces Baby pretzels can be an alternative.
For the Festive Flair
  • 10 oz M&M’s (Green and Red)
For the Finishing Touch
  • Christmas Sprinkles Adjust amount based on desired visual appeal.

Equipment

  • popcorn maker
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • wax paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by popping the popcorn kernels using a popcorn maker or microwave, following the package directions.
  2. In the bowl with your freshly popped popcorn, gently toss in the broken pretzel pieces and festive M&Ms.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, measure out the vanilla candy melts and heat them on 50% power in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth.
  4. Drizzle half of the melted candy over the popcorn mixture and toss. Repeat with the remaining candy.
  5. Line a baking sheet with wax paper and spread the coated popcorn mixture evenly. Sprinkle festive Christmas sprinkles while still sticky.
  6. Allow the Christmas Crunch to cool completely at room temperature for about 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 85mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

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