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Christmas Crunch

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  • Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

Scale
  1. 2 bags of microwave popcorn (approximately 10 cups when popped)
  2. Mini M&M’s Candy (Red & Green)
  3. Peanut M&M’s Candy (Red & Green)
  4. Festive Sprinkles (Red & Green)
  5. 1 cup of pretzels, broken into halves
  6. ¾ cup of white chocolate candy melts
  7. 6 tablespoons of salted butter
  8. 3 cups of mini marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Begin by lining an 11 x 17-inch baking sheet with parchment paper. This will make cleanup easier and prevent sticking.
  2. Pop the Corn: Follow the package directions to pop the two bags of microwave popcorn. Once popped, spread the popcorn evenly on the prepared baking sheet and set it aside. Tip: For an alternative mixing method, see the note below.
  3. Create the Melted Mixture: In a medium saucepan, heat the salted butter over medium-low heat until melted. Add in the mini marshmallows and white chocolate candy melts. Stir the mixture continuously until it’s completely melted and smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.
  4. Combine with Popcorn: Drizzle about three-quarters of the melted marshmallow and white chocolate mixture over the popcorn. Gently toss the popcorn to ensure an even coating.
  5. Add the Festive Touch: Pour the remaining butter mixture over the popcorn. Now, it’s time to sprinkle the Mini M&M’s, Peanut M&M’s, festive sprinkles, and broken pretzels over the top. This not only adds a burst of color but also a delightful crunch.
  6. Let it Set: Allow the popcorn mix to cool completely. This step is crucial as it lets the mixture set and flavors meld together.
  7. Enjoy: Once cooled, your Festive Popcorn Mix is ready to be enjoyed! This treat is perfect for holiday gatherings, movie nights, or as a special snack during the festive season.

Notes

If you prefer mixing in a larger bowl for more even coating, simply transfer the popped popcorn to a bowl before adding the melted mixture. This can make tossing and coating a bit easier.

  • Author: Valerie
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes

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