Party Popcorn
Add a burst of fun and flavor to any celebration with this irresistible Party Popcorn recipe! Featuring freshly popped kernels coated in smooth, creamy white chocolate and topped with vibrant colored sprinkles, this sweet-and-salty treat is perfect for parties, movie nights, or holiday gatherings. With just 10 minutes of prep and a handful of simple ingredients, including a pinch of kosher salt to enhance the balance of flavors, this quick and easy popcorn recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Whether served straight from a bowl or packaged as festive favors, Party Popcorn is the ultimate snack to bring a pop of joy to any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unpopped popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup colored sprinkles
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
In a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add a couple of popcorn kernels to test the heat. Once they pop, add the remaining popcorn kernels in a single layer and cover the pot with a lid.
Shake the pot gently every few seconds to prevent the kernels from burning. When the popping slows to 2-3 seconds between pops, remove the pot from heat and let it sit for 1 minute to ensure all kernels are popped.
Transfer the popped popcorn to a large mixing bowl, removing any unpopped kernels.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and the unsalted butter. Microwave in 15-20 second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat.
Pour the melted white chocolate over the popcorn. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to gently toss and coat the popcorn evenly with the chocolate.
Spread the coated popcorn onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle the colored sprinkles evenly over the popcorn while the chocolate is still wet.
Let the popcorn sit at room temperature for 30 minutes, or until the white chocolate has hardened.
Once set, transfer the party popcorn to a serving bowl and sprinkle kosher salt over the top for a balanced sweet and salty flavor.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2195 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.8 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.9 g | 284% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 544 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 289.1 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 183.5 g | ||
| Protein | 29.2 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 409 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1250 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
