Best 3 Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of chocolate and peppermint in a unique and irresistible way - Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn. This sweet and savory snack is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party, enjoying a cozy movie night, or simply craving something special. With variations ranging from white chocolate peppermint popcorn to dark chocolate peppermint popcorn, there's a recipe for every taste preference. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this irresistible combination that blends the richness of chocolate with the refreshing burst of peppermint.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

WHITE CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT POPCORN



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

30 peppermint candies
1 pound white chocolate chips
2 tablespoons coconut oil
10 cups store-bought popped kettle corn
1/4 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons red sprinkles
2 tablespoons green sprinkles
2 tablespoons red sanding sugar
2 tablespoons green sanding sugar

Steps:

  • Line 2 baking sheets with waxed paper.
  • Place the peppermint candies in a large resealable plastic bag. Crush with a rolling pin until you have a mix of smaller chunks and crumbs. Set aside.
  • Place the white chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in increments of 15 to 30 seconds (this will depend on your microwave), stirring after each, until completely melted and smooth.
  • Place the kettle corn in a large bowl. Pour the white chocolate mixture over the popcorn and fold with a spatula until evenly coated. Transfer the popcorn to the lined baking sheets in a single layer. Working quickly, sprinkle the popcorn with the crushed peppermint candies, mini chocolate chips, red and green sprinkles and red and green sanding sugar. You can you use more or less of each topping based on what you like.
  • Allow the popcorn to dry to the touch, about 15 minutes, before packing in bags as gifts or storing in an airtight container.

WHITE CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT POPCORN BARK



White Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn Bark image

Found this today on www.popcorn.org. It looks like a winner to try at Christmas this year. I put used the cooking time as the cooling time.

Provided by enestvmel

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 5 cups, 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

5 cups popcorn, popped
12 ounces white chocolate, chopped or 12 ounces white candy coating
1 cup peppermint candy, crushed

Steps:

  • Cover a baking pan with foil or wax paper; set aside.
  • Place popcorn in a large bowl; set aside.
  • Melt chocolate in a double boiler over barely simmering water, stirring until smooth OR melt according to package directions.
  • Stir in crushed peppermints after chocolate is melted.
  • Pour chocolate mixture over popcorn mixture and stir to coat.
  • Spread onto prepared pan; allow to cool completely.
  • When chocolate is cooled and set, break into chunks for serving.
  • Store in an air-tight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.8, Fat 21.8, SaturatedFat 13.2, Cholesterol 9.5, Sodium 61.2, Carbohydrate 40.3, Sugar 40.2, Protein 4

CHOCOLATE-PEPPERMINT POPCORN



Chocolate-Peppermint Popcorn image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 cups of popcorn

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Microwave 1 cup white chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon shortening in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Repeat in a separate bowl with 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon shortening. Spread 6 cups popcorn on a baking sheet and drizzle with both chocolate mixtures. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup roughly chopped peppermint candies and a pinch of kosher salt. Let harden, about 1 hour, then break into pieces.

Tips for Making Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn

  • Use fresh popcorn kernels. Stale kernels will not pop as well and will result in a less flavorful popcorn.
  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat. This will help to prevent the popcorn from burning.
  • Add the popcorn kernels to the oil and cover the pot. Shake the pot occasionally to prevent the popcorn from burning.
  • Remove the pot from the heat when the popping slows down. Pour the popcorn into a large bowl.
  • Drizzle the melted chocolate over the popcorn and toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle the crushed candy canes over the popcorn and toss to coat.
  • Serve the popcorn immediately or store it in an airtight container for later.

Conclusion

Chocolate peppermint popcorn is a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like your popcorn sweet, salty, or somewhere in between, this recipe has you covered. So next time you are looking for a fun and easy snack, give chocolate peppermint popcorn a try!

Note: This recipe can also be made using white chocolate or dark chocolate. If you are using white chocolate, you may want to add a little bit of peppermint extract to the melted chocolate to give it a stronger flavor.

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