Introduction

White Chocolate Christmas Popcorn is a festive and easy-to-make treat perfect for holiday gatherings. Combining buttery popcorn with a sweet white chocolate drizzle and colorful sprinkles, it’s both fun and delicious.

A white bowl filled with popcorn, some pieces coated with white chocolate, sprinkled with red and green sprinkles. The popcorn is mostly yellow and white, with a mix of textures from the smooth chocolate coating and the rough popcorn. Around the bowl are two small white bowls, one filled with white chocolate chips and the other with red and green sprinkles. The setting includes scattered sprinkles on a white marbled surface, and part of a baking tray with popcorn is visible in the corner. A plaid cloth with green, red, and white stripes is partially seen near the bowl. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 bag microwave popcorn (butter flavored)
1/2 cup white chocolate chips
1 teaspoon coconut oil
Red and green sprinkles

Instructions

Step 1: Pop the popcorn according to the package directions.
Step 2: Spread the popped popcorn evenly on 1-2 parchment-lined baking sheets to create plenty of surface area for the chocolate drizzle.
Step 3: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave until melted and smooth, stirring every 20-30 seconds. This should take about 1 minute 30 seconds, depending on your microwave.
Step 4: Use a spoon to drizzle the melted white chocolate evenly over the popcorn, then immediately sprinkle red and green sprinkles on top.
Step 5: Allow the popcorn to sit undisturbed until the white chocolate hardens, about 2 hours.
Step 6: Once set, store the popcorn in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Tips & Variations

Use coconut oil to help the white chocolate melt smoothly and create a nice drizzle texture.
Try adding crushed peppermint candies or nuts for extra crunch and flavor.
For a dairy-free option, use vegan white chocolate chips.

Storage

Store the popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. To keep the chocolate from melting, avoid warm or humid places. If it softens, you can place the container in the fridge briefly to harden the chocolate again.

How to Serve

A large silver baking tray lined with white parchment paper holds a single layer of popcorn coated in white chocolate and sprinkled with red and green festive sprinkles. The popcorn is yellow and white, with the white chocolate creating a smooth, creamy texture over some pieces. Around the tray, a white marbled surface shows scattered sprinkles, white chocolate chips in a small white bowl, and a slight corner of a white bowl filled with more popcorn. A red, green, and white checkered cloth is partially visible at the bottom left corner. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular chocolate instead of white chocolate?

Yes, you can substitute milk or dark chocolate chips. Adjust the melting time as needed and choose sprinkles or toppings that complement the color.

What does the coconut oil do in the recipe?

Coconut oil helps to thin and smooth the melted white chocolate, making it easier to drizzle evenly over the popcorn. It also prevents the chocolate from becoming too thick or clumpy.

White Chocolate Christmas Popcorn Recipe

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This festive White Chocolate Christmas Popcorn is a delightful holiday treat combining buttery microwave popcorn with a smooth white chocolate drizzle and colorful red and green sprinkles. Perfect for holiday parties or cozy nights in, this sweet and crunchy snack is easy to prepare and wonderfully seasonal.

Author: Ella
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
Category: Snack
Method: Microwaving
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Popcorn

1 bag microwave popcorn (butter flavored)

White Chocolate Drizzle

1/2 cup white chocolate chips
1 teaspoon coconut oil

Decoration

Red and green sprinkles

Instructions

Pop Popcorn: Pop the popcorn according to the package directions, ensuring it is fresh and fully popped for the best texture.
Prepare Surface: Spread the popped popcorn evenly over 1-2 parchment-lined baking sheets to maximize surface area, making it easier to drizzle the chocolate and for it to set evenly.
Melt White Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 20-30 second intervals, stirring after each, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted. This usually takes about 1 minute 30 seconds.
Drizzle Chocolate: Using a spoon, drizzle the melted white chocolate evenly over the popcorn. Immediately sprinkle the red and green sprinkles over the chocolate before it hardens to ensure they stick.
Set Chocolate: Allow the popcorn to sit undisturbed at room temperature for about 2 hours, or until the white chocolate has fully hardened.
Store: Once set, store the popcorn in an airtight container. It will keep fresh for up to one week, making it a great make-ahead holiday snack.

Notes

Using coconut oil helps to achieve a smooth and fluid consistency when melting the white chocolate, making it easier to drizzle.
Ensure that the popcorn is spread out in a single layer to prevent clumping when coating with chocolate.
This treat is best enjoyed within one week of preparation for optimal freshness.

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