White Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn

5 from 1 vote

A refreshing burst of peppermint with a sweet and salty mix of white chocolate popcorn. This treat is perfect for the winter season.

Prep Time10

Cook Time0

Rest Time10

Total Time20

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Servings: servings

Calories: 312kcal

Cost: Recipe $4.72 / Serving $0.79

1 bag (3.2 ounces) popcorn, popped, about 7 to 9 cups ($0.51)
2 pieces almond bark, or 1 cup white chocolate chips ($0.58)
¼ cup crushed peppermint candies ($1.12)
1 cup Bob’s Sweet Stripes soft peppermint candies, about 26 pieces ($2.24)
½ cup mini marshmallows ($0.11)
1 tablespoon red colored sugar sprinkles ($0.16)
1 pinch flaky sea salt, optional

Prepare the popcorn. Pop the popcorn and remove any unpopped kernels. Transfer the popcorn to a large mixing bowl.
Melt the chocolate. In a microwave safe bowl, melt the almond bark or white chocolate in 30 second intervals, stirring well between each, until smooth.
Flavor the chocolate. Stir the crushed peppermint candies into the melted chocolate until evenly combined.
Coat the popcorn. Pour the peppermint white chocolate over the popcorn and toss gently until evenly coated.
Add mix-ins. Add the peppermint candies, mini marshmallows, red sugar sprinkles, and flaky sea salt if using. Toss gently to combine.
Set and serve. Let the popcorn rest for 5 to 10 minutes until the chocolate sets before serving.

Popcorn choice. Any popcorn works, including plain, salted, buttery, or kettle corn, depending on your preferred sweet and salty balance.
Freshness. This popcorn is best enjoyed fresh, though it will keep for up to 3 days in an airtight container at room temperature.
Freezing. Freezing is not recommended, as peppermint candies become chewy and the colors may bleed when thawed.