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Santa Crunch Popcorn

Deliciously Festive Santa Crunch Popcorn for Holiday Cheer

Santa Crunch Popcorn is a delightful mix of salty popcorn, sweet marshmallows, and festive M&Ms, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 10 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Popcorn Base
  • 10 cups Popped Popcorn Air-popped yields the best texture.
  • 3 tablespoons Butter (Sweet Cream, Salted) Adds richness.
Sweet Coating
  • 3 cups Mini Marshmallows Use fresh for optimal melting.
Festive Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Red and Green Regular M&M’s Swap with your favorite types for a personal touch.
  • 1 cup Red and Green Pretzel M&M's Adds a crunchy twist.
  • 1 cup Red and Green M&M Minis Enhances the overall crunch.
  • 1 cup Christmas Sprinkles For a fun festive finish.

Equipment

  • Air popper
  • medium saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Cookie sheet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by popping 10 cups of popcorn using an air popper or stovetop method. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and sprinkle liberally with salt.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of sweet cream salted butter over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add 3 cups of mini marshmallows to the saucepan and stir for approximately 3-4 minutes until fully melted and smooth.
  4. Carefully pour about one-third of the marshmallow mixture over the popcorn and gently fold to coat. Repeat with remaining mixture in two additions.
  5. Spread the coated popcorn onto a lined cookie sheet and allow to set at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes.
  6. While the popcorn is still warm, generously sprinkle red and green M&Ms and Christmas sprinkles over the top.
  7. Once cooled, break into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a festive serving bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store your Santa Crunch Popcorn in an airtight container to keep it fresh, best enjoyed within three days.

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