Description
A delightful festive treat that combines popcorn with white chocolate, dried cranberries, and crushed candy canes, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup popcorn kernels
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup roasted nuts (e.g., almonds or pecans)
- 1/4 cup candy canes, crushed
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn kernels using an air popper or stovetop method. Place the freshly popped popcorn in a large mixing bowl, allowing it to cool slightly.
- In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, add the white chocolate chips to the butter and stir until completely smooth and creamy.
- Pour the white chocolate mixture generously over the popcorn and stir until every piece is evenly coated.
- Add in the dried cranberries, roasted nuts, and crushed candy canes. Gently toss everything together.
- Spread the popcorn mixture evenly onto a lined baking sheet. Allow it to cool and harden slightly before serving.
- Break the cooled popcorn into pieces and enjoy your festive Christmas popcorn!
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze in a resealable bag.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg