Christmas Popcorn 5 Ways

Gather 'round, movie enthusiasts and snack aficionados! Get set to jingle all the way through your holiday movie night with a popcorn parade of epic flavors. 

Picture this: chocolate-drizzled delights, spice-coated crunch, and peppermint-infused magic—all in your popcorn bowl! From white chocolate snowflakes to peppermint surprises, unwrap the magic of Christmas with these crunchy, cozy, and utterly delicious DIY popcorn treats!

Dark Chocolate Peppermint Drizzle Popcorn Recipe

• Prep time: 5 mins

• Cook time: 5 mins

• Total time: 10 mins

• Servings: 5

Ingredients

• 2 microwave bags of popcorn, about 9 cups popped

• 1 cup dark chocolate melting chips

• 1/2 tsp peppermint extract

• Green & red sugar pearls

Instructions

1. Pop popcorn according to packaging directions. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add your popcorn and spread into a single layer.

2. Add melting chips to a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 10 seconds at a time until melted, stirring between rounds.

3. Once melted, add the peppermint extract and stir. 

4. Drizzle the chocolate over the popcorn with a spoon or piping bag. 

5. While the chocolate is still melty, add the sprinkles. Allow chocolate to set completely before transferring to a serving bowl.

Snowflake Popcorn Recipe

• Prep time: 5 mins

• Cook time: 5 mins

• Total time: 10 mins

• Servings: 5

Ingredients

• 2 microwave bags of popcorn, about 9 cups popped

• 1 cup white chocolate melting chips

• 1 tsp edible glitter

Instructions

1. Pop popcorn according to packaging directions. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add your popcorn and spread into a single layer.

2. Add melting chips to a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 10 seconds at a time until melted, stirring between rounds.

3. Once melted, add the edible glitter and stir. 

4. Drizzle the chocolate over the popcorn with a spoon or piping bag. 

5. While the chocolate is still melty, add additional edible glitter. Allow chocolate to set completely before transferring to a serving bowl.

Gingerbread Popcorn Recipe

• Prep time: 5 mins

• Cook time: 5 mins

• Total time: 10 mins

• Servings: 5

Ingredients

• 2 microwave bags of popcorn, about 9 cups popped

  • NOTE: we recommend using buttered popcorn, so the seasoning adheres well

• 3 Tbsp cane sugar

• 1 Tbsp allspice

• 1 Tbsp cinnamon

• 1 Tbsp ground ginger

• 1/2 Tbsp ground cloves

• 1/2 Tbsp nutmeg

Instructions

1. Pop popcorn according to packaging directions. 

2. Combine the sugar, allspice, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg in a small bowl. Mix together until combined.

3. Sprinkle the seasoning mix onto the popcorn and toss to coat evenly.

Sugar Cookie Popcorn Recipe

• Prep time: 5 mins

• Cook time: 5 mins

• Total time: 10 mins

• Servings: 5

Ingredients

• 2 microwave bags of popcorn, about 9 cups popped

• 1 cup almond bark

• Red & green sanding sugar

Instructions

1. Pop popcorn according to packaging directions. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add your popcorn and spread into a single layer.

2. Add almond bark  to a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 10 seconds at a time until melted, stirring between rounds.

3. Once melted, add the edible glitter and stir. 

4. Drizzle over the popcorn with a spoon or piping bag. 

5. While the chocolate is still melty, add the sanding sugar. Allow chocolate to set completely before transferring to a serving bowl.

Grinch Drizzle Popcorn Recipe

• Prep time: 5 mins

• Cook time: 5 mins

• Total time: 10 mins

• Servings: 5

Ingredients

• 2 microwave bags of popcorn, about 9 cups popped

• 1 cup almond bark

• Green food coloring

Instructions

1. Pop popcorn according to packaging directions. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add your popcorn and spread into a single layer.

2. Add almond bark  to a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 10 seconds at a time until melted, stirring between rounds.

3. Add food coloring, one drop at a time until desired color is achieved. 

4. Drizzle over the popcorn with a spoon or piping bag. 

5. Allow chocolate to set completely before transferring to a serving bowl.

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