Need an easy, yummy snack to make and take? This one is soooooo delicious, addictive, and giftable!
White Chocolate Popcorn
Ingredients
- 4 bags of popped microwave popcorn (Or 2 good-sized bags of popcorn – the kind that’s sold in the potato chip aisle. I actually like this kind better because it stays fresher longer since it has preservatives in it. Brimms brand is the BEST!!) Either butter flavor or regular – both are delicious.
- 1 package of almond bark
- Optional: candies or sprinkles to add desired colors
- waxed paper, extra-large bowl or tub
Directions
- Prepare a work surface by laying waxed paper across the table or counter. (Taping the paper down on the surface and together lengthwise keeps it secure.)
- Melt the almond bark according to package directions.
- Place the popcorn in a HUGE bowl and pour the melted almond bark on top.
- With a wooden spoon, gently stir the chocolate into the popcorn, being careful not to crush the popcorn. It may seem like the almond bark won’t coat all of the popcorn, but it will. Keep stirring.
- Spread the coated popcorn onto the waxed paper to dry.
- Once the popcorn is set, break it apart and try hard not to eat the entire batch by yourself.
- If there is any left, store it in an airtight container.
This sweet/salty treat is delicious as it is. But if you want to add anything else into the mix, you would sprinkle it on top of the coated popcorn and let it dry together.
For example:
Christmas – Red and Green M&M’s, or red and/or sprinkles, or crushed peppermint pieces
Valentine’s Day – Valentine’s M&M’s, or red hots, or red sprinkles
Easter – Easter colored M&M’s, sprinkles… you get the idea.
For schools and/or sports events, you can use anything in team colors.
For special events (like we did for a friend’s wedding), you can mix in anything in the event colors.
The possibilities are endless. And I’ve seen some amazing add-in ideas on Pinterest… everything from crushed cookies to dried fruit, nuts, etc.
This makes a great gift and a fun addition to any eating occasion.
If I’m making a large amount for gifts, I buy the jumbo bags of pre-popped popcorn and four packages of almond bark. I spread waxed paper all over my dining room table, scotch-taping the strips together. Instead of using the large bowl, I spread the popcorn out on the waxed paper, then melt the almond bark, one package at a time, and pour it onto a fourth of the popcorn. I wear my dishwashing gloves (grin) and use my hands to gently mix the two together. I’ll then add the desired mix-ins. It’s a messy job, but oh so easy!
The funny thing is, my sister was the first to make this popcorn years ago, and now, she owns a gourmet popcorn and candy store in St. John’s, FL. (However, her popcorn does NOT use almond bark… they use amazing chocolate made in the Dutch area of the USA and driven weekly down to Florida. She didn’t get her start with the recipe above… I promise. haha)
They have over 60 flavors of popcorn and it truly is the best popcorn (and fudge, candy, sodas, nuts, etc…) and the most fun place to go. She cleverly calls it “The Second Happiest Place on Earth” (with Disney being the first).
They ship everywhere and do all kinds of branding for companies large and small. You can check out their website: https://www.thepoppinbox.com/ and you can follow them on Instagram at this link, and Facebook here. AND, if you’re ever in the Jacksonville – St. Augustine – St. Johns area of Florida, stop by the shop. They would love to meet you!
This short video lets you see a bit of the Poppin Box experience.
But… Until you can get to the Poppin Box, this recipe works! Give it a try… and let me know how you liked it. I think your taste buds will be pleased!
