Best 4 Candy Cane Popcorn Recipes
Indulge in a sweet and festive treat with our Candy Cane Popcorn! This delightful snack combines the classic flavors of candy canes with the irresistible crunch of popcorn. Perfect for holiday gatherings, movie nights, or a sweet treat anytime, this recipe is easy to make and sure to be a hit with people of all ages. Discover variations of this recipe that cater to different dietary needs and preferences, including a vegan option, a gluten-free version, and a no-corn syrup alternative. Get ready to sprinkle some holiday cheer and satisfy your sweet cravings with our Candy Cane Popcorn extravaganza!
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CANDY CANE POPCORN
A quick and easy holiday snack, made with vanilla almond bark and crushed candy canes. The kids love to help make this one!
Provided by Alyssa Bartholomew
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Popcorn Candy Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 40
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Using an air popper, pop the popcorn, place into a large bowl, and discard unpopped kernels. Melt the confectioners' coating according to the package directions.
- Pour the melted coating over the popcorn, and sprinkle the crushed candy canes over the mixture. Using your hands, work the candy coating and crushed candy canes all through the popcorn. Let the mixture cool, and break apart into bite-size pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 0.6 mg, Fat 1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 4.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
CANDY CANE POPCORN CRUNCH
This recipe came from a booklet produced by ATCO Gas & Electric Company (Blue Flame Kitchen division). This recipe is deviously simple while being astonishingly delicious....which is a great combination especially for the busy holiday season. I used this recipe for a bridal shower favour (Christmas wedding)and it was such a hit.....that I ended up making an additional batch to send back for my son (the groom to be) and my daughter's boyfriend (they live in a city about 5 hours away). The men loved it also!!! For the bridal shower, I made individual cellophane bags of the popcorn crunch. Tied with white ribbon, two wedding rings and a gift tag specifying the shower date and the upcoming wedding date. With the white chocolate and crushed candy canes....this little number looked very elegant....I plan to use it also for Christmas gift bags....Hope you give it a try and like it as much as we do....
Provided by CarolAnne in Canada
Categories Candy
Time 1h
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Pop popcorn.
- 1/2 cup of unpopped popcorn yields approximately 10 cups of popped popcorn.
- Make 24 cups of popcorn.
- This is approximate-- not to worry if you have 22 cups or 28 cups-- it is a forgiving recipe.
- Put candy canes into a food processor.
- Finely crush.
- Melt dipping wafers following the package instructions.
- I used the microwave instructions-- very simple& easy.
- Put popcorn into a large bowl-- you need a really big bowl-- I actually used 2 bowls.
- Add melted dipping wafers to popcorn and stir to coat.
- A gentle hand is a good idea-- Add crushed candy canes and gently mix.
- Spread popcorn mixture onto paper lined cookie sheets.
- I used non stick aluminum foil-- it worked well-- I used 2 cookie sheets.
- Place cookie sheets in frig for approximately 30 minutes or until coating hardens-- I had 2 cookie sheets and not enough frig space so I put 1 cookie sheet in the frig and the other cookie sheet in the freezer (for 15 minutes only) to harden the coating-- Remove from frig/freezer-- break into pieces.
- Store in airtight container in a cool dry place for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 6 weeks (I have not tried storing in the freezer yet).
CANDY CANE POPCORN BALLS
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When I was a little girl, my mother and I made these popcorn balls for family and friends at Christmas. Now my husband and I carry on the tradition, turning out more than 250 each December-and still our list keeps growing!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place popcorn in a large greased bowl or roasting pan; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the water, baking soda and vanilla; set aside. , In a heavy saucepan, combine corn syrup and butter; heat over medium heat until butter is melted. Add sugar; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved and mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir until a candy thermometer reaches 230° (thread stage), about 2 minutes., Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla mixture (mixture will foam) until blended. Immediately pour over popcorn, stirring to coat evenly. Cool for about 5 minutes, stirring several times. , When cool enough to handle, firmly shape with buttered hands into 2-in. balls. Insert straight end of candy cane in the center of each ball.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 155mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CANDY CANE POPCORN
Categories Chocolate Christmas Kid-Friendly
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- 1. Using an air popper, pop the popcorn, place into a large bowl, and discard unpopped kernels. Melt the confectioners' coating according to the package directions. 2. Pour the melted coating over the popcorn, and sprinkle the crushed candy canes over the mixture. Using your hands, work the candy coating and crushed candy canes all through the popcorn. Let the mixture cool, and break apart into bite-size pieces.
Tips:
- Use fresh popcorn: Fresh popcorn will result in a more flavorful and crunchy snack.
- Choose high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your candy cane popcorn will taste. Opt for real butter, pure vanilla extract, and high-quality candy canes.
- Don't overcrowd the popcorn: When making popcorn, make sure to spread the kernels in a single layer at the bottom of the pot. This will ensure that the popcorn pops evenly.
- Be patient: It takes a few minutes for the popcorn to pop. Don't rush the process, or you'll end up with unpopped kernels.
- Stir the popcorn frequently: As the popcorn is popping, stir it frequently to prevent it from burning.
- Remove the popcorn from the heat as soon as it's done: Once the popcorn has finished popping, remove it from the heat immediately. This will prevent it from becoming overcooked and tough.
- Let the popcorn cool slightly before adding the toppings: Allow the popcorn to cool for a few minutes before adding the melted butter, vanilla extract, and candy cane pieces. This will help the toppings adhere to the popcorn.
- Enjoy your candy cane popcorn!
Conclusion:
Candy cane popcorn is a festive and delicious treat that is perfect for the holiday season. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. You can add different colors of candy canes, sprinkles, or nuts. You can also make it gluten-free or vegan by using alternative ingredients. No matter how you make it, candy cane popcorn is sure to be a hit with your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a sweet and festive snack, give candy cane popcorn a try!
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