Candy Cane Popcorn is a creamy blend of peppermint flavor combined with white chocolate and popcorn. This sweet and salty blend is a fun holiday treat.
With only 3 simple ingredients, this Flavored Popcorn Recipe with lots of peppermint flavor is so easy. It is the perfect holiday snack and tastes like gourmet popcorn.
Popcorn is generously coated with white chocolate and tossed in crushed candy canes. It has all the flavors of the holiday season and looks festive as well.
For even more fun candy cane desserts, try making Candy Cane Pie Recipe and Candy Cane Kiss Cookies.
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Why We Love This Recipe
It’s delicious for any occasion. I love to make it for parties, gifts, family movie night and more. Just break into pieces and place into cellophane bags for gifts. Tie with a pretty ribbon and hand out to friends and neighbors.
Everyone will enjoy this yummy treat for snacking. It is very inexpensive to make and easy. You can easily double this recipe without any more work.
Ingredients
- Popped Popcorn. Remove un popped kernels before using.
- White Chocolate Chips. I like to use Ghirardelli but any good quality chocolate is good.
- Peppermint Candy Canes. Crushed into pieces before using.
Find the complete list of ingredients at the bottom of the page.
Variations
- Popcorn. I used microwave popcorn for this recipe, but you can definitely use whichever is your favorite! Feel free to use store bought popcorn if you prefer.
- Sprinkles. This is optional but sometimes I like to add sprinkles to the top of the popcorn. It makes this treat even more festive.
- Chocolate. Switch things up and use milk chocolate instead of white chkocolmate. The combination with crushed peppermint is another fun flavor twist.
- Peanuts. Toss in a handful of peanuts in this popcorn mixture for a tasty twist.
- Pretzels. Sprinkle candy cane pieces in the popcorn.
- Drizzle Chocolate. Drizzle milk chocolate on top of the popcorn while it’s on the baking sheet. This will make the recipe even more decadent and look amazing as well.
How to Make Candy Cane Popcorn
- Step 1 – Prepare the popcorn. Place popcorn on baking sheets lined with parchment paper. You will likely need 2 baking sheets.
Step 2 – Melt the chocolate. Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20 second increments in the microwave, stirring after heat interval until melted and combined. Stir in approximately ½ cup of the crushed candy canes.
Step 3 – Coat the popcorn. Pour this mixture over the popcorn. Toss the popcorn to thoroughly coat it with the milk chocolate mixture.
Step 4 – Top with candy canes. Sprinkle the remaining crushed candy canes on top of the popcorn.
Step 5 – Allow to set. Let the popcorn sit at room temperature until the white chocolate hardens. Then break the popcorn into pieces and enjoy! Pour into a very large bowl and enjoy the perfect snack.
Storage
Store in an airtight container at room temperature. You can also use a ziplock bag.
It will last up to a week if stored properly. However, it is best enjoyed within 2 to 3 days, or it will start to get soggy, and the texture will change.
Pro Tips
- Lined baking sheet. Use waxed paper to line the baking sheet before spreading the coated popcorn. It will make cleanup much easier.
- Kernels. Pick out any un popped popcorn kernels from the popcorn before coating in chocolate. You don’t want any of this in the mix.
- Chocolate. Melt the white chocolate in intervals using the microwave. This will prevent the chocolate from burning. Make sure to stir between the intervals.
- Candy Canes. Easily crush candy canes using a food processor. The candy canes should be small but not fine dust. If you do not have a food processor, place them inside a bag and use a rolling pin.
More Flavored Popcorn Recipes
- Peanut butter popcorn
- Cinnamon Roll Popcorn
- Rainbow Popcorn Recipe
- The Best Homemade Caramel Popcorn Recipe
Make this delicious Candy Cane Popcorn Recipe for a new yearly tradition. It’s going to be great for popcorn lovers. Then leave a comment and let me know if you love it.
Candy Cane Popcorn
Ingredients
- 10 cups Popped Popcorn
- 1 bag White Chocolate Chips 11.5 oz bag
- 9 Peppermint Candy Canes crushed
Instructions
- Pop approximately 10 cups of popcorn and place it on baking sheets lined with parchment paper. You will likely need 2 baking sheets.
- Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl. Heat in 20 second intervals in the microwave, stirring after heat interval until melted and combined. Stir in approximately ½ cup of the crushed candy canes.
- Pour this mixture over the popcorn. Toss the popcorn to thoroughly coat it with the milk chocolate mixture.
- Sprinkle the remaining crushed candy canes on top of the popcorn.
- Let the popcorn sit at room temperature until the white chocolate hardens. Then break the popcorn into pieces and enjoy!
