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Grinch Popcorn

Bright green marshmallow-coated popcorn topped with red M&Ms and mini marshmallows. A festive, no-bake treat ready in 15 minutes for movie night or a Christmas party.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Grinch Popcorn
Servings: 10
Calories: 147kcal
Cost: $5.76, $0.58 per Serving.

Ingredients

  • 10 cups Cooked Popcorn approximately 3 bags
  • 1/4 cup Butter
  • 4 cups Mini Marshmallows divided
  • Green Gel Food Coloring
  • 1 cup Red M&Ms (or heart-shaped sprinkles)

Instructions

  • Place the butter and 3 cups of the mini marshmallows in a microwave safe bowl.  Heat in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval until the marshmallows and butter are melted and combined.
  • Then add in the green gel food coloring until the mixture in a bright green color like the Grinch.
  • Place the popcorn in a large bowl and pour approximately half of the marshmallow mixture onto the popcorn.  Gently toss the popcorn to coat it with the marshmallow mixture.
  • Then pour the popcorn onto a baking sheet.  Drizzle the remaining marshmallow mixture on top.  Then top with the red M&Ms and the remaining mini marshmallows.
  • Allow the popcorn to cool at room temperature. Then break the popcorn into pieces and serve.

Notes

Store any leftover popcorn in an air tight container or ziplock bag.  Store at room temperature for up to 5 days.  
*We recommend using gel food coloring to ensure that the popcorn is a vibrant green color like the Grinch. 

Nutrition

Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 53mg | Potassium: 39mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 163IU | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg
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