Easy White Chocolate Candy Corn Popcorn Mix: Best 15-Minute Treat
A quick and easy sweet and salty snack mix made with popcorn, candy corn, and white chocolate, ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for Halloween parties, movie nights, or any time you need a fast, crowd-pleasing treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 cups popped popcorn (plain or lightly buttered)
- 1 ½ cups candy corn (e.g., Brach’s)
- 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips (high-quality, with cocoa butter)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable oil
- Pinch of flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Pop your popcorn: Start with about 10 cups of popped popcorn. If using microwave popcorn, pop one standard bag. If making stovetop popcorn, heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium-high heat, add ⅓ cup of kernels, and shake until popping slows. Pour into a large mixing bowl and pick out any unpopped kernels.
- Prep your workspace: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Set aside where it can sit undisturbed for about 15 minutes.
- Melt the white chocolate: Place 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips and 1 teaspoon coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each, until mostly melted (about 1 ½ to 2 minutes). Stir until smooth. If thick or grainy, add another ½ teaspoon oil and stir.
- Combine the popcorn and candy corn: Add 1 ½ cups candy corn to the bowl of popcorn. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
- Drizzle and toss: Pour melted white chocolate over the popcorn and candy corn mixture. Fold gently with a spatula until coated, leaving some bare spots for a rustic look.
- Spread and set: Transfer mixture to the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if using. Let sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes until chocolate is firm. For faster setting, refrigerate for 10 minutes.
- Break into pieces: Once set, gently break into bite-sized clusters. Transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Use room temperature popcorn to prevent chocolate from thinning. Work quickly once chocolate is melted. For best texture, add candy corn just before serving if making ahead. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 26
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 3.5
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