Trick or Treat Popcorn
Get ready to delight your Halloween crowd with Trick or Treat Popcorn, a sweet and salty snack that’s as festive as it is delicious! This quick and easy recipe combines freshly popped popcorn with the perfect blend of crunchy mini pretzels, gooey mini marshmallows, rich chocolate chips, and classic candy corn for a spooky twist. A buttery caramel drizzle and a sprinkle of vibrant Halloween-colored sprinkles take this treat to the next level, making it irresistible for kids and adults alike. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-bake party snack is ideal for Halloween movie nights, trick-or-treat gatherings, or any fall celebration. Simply mix, toss, and enjoy a playful mix of textures and flavors in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unpopped popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup mini pretzels
- 1 cup candy corn
- 1 cup chocolate chips (milk or semi-sweet)
- 2 tablespoons Halloween-colored sprinkles
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the vegetable oil and a few popcorn kernels. Cover with a lid and wait for the first kernels to pop, indicating that the oil is hot enough.
Once the initial kernels pop, add the rest of the popcorn kernels in an even layer. Cover the pot again, leaving the lid slightly ajar to let out steam, and shake the pot occasionally to prevent burning.
When the popping slows down to about 2 seconds between pops, remove the pot from the heat and pour the popcorn into a large mixing bowl. Discard any unpopped kernels.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the sugar and continue stirring until it dissolves completely. Drizzle the butter mixture over the popcorn, tossing gently to coat evenly.
Mix in the pretzels, candy corn, mini marshmallows, and chocolate chips, evenly distributing the ingredients through the popcorn.
Spread the popcorn mixture evenly onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle the sea salt over the top, followed by the Halloween-colored sprinkles for a festive touch.
Allow the popcorn mixture to cool for about 5 minutes to let the chocolate set slightly. Once cooled, break it into clusters or serve as-is in a large bowl.
Enjoy your Trick or Treat Popcorn immediately or store it in an airtight container for up to 2 days for peak freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4291 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.5 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.7 g | 354% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 164 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 5027 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 693.0 g | 252% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.2 g | 158% | |
| Total Sugars | 366.3 g | ||
| Protein | 52.9 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 1518 mg | 32% | |
*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.
