Candy Cane Popcorn
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Candy cane popcorn is a cure for the Christmas munchies! Popcorn is coated in white chocolate and crushed candy canes for a sweet, minty treat that's a perfect party food or edible gift idea.
Ingredients
- 1 (2.8-ounce) bag microwave popcorn (about 10 cups popped)
- 8 large candy canes
- 12 ounces white chocolate (chopped or white chocolate chips)
Steps to Make It
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Gather the ingredients.
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Cover a baking sheet with foil or waxed paper and set aside.
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Pop the popcorn in the microwave, then pour it into a large bowl, separating out any un-popped kernels.
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Unwrap the candy canes and place them in a food processor. Pulse on-off several times for 5 to 10 seconds each, until the canes are finely crushed, with just a few larger pieces remaining. Alternately, place the candy canes in a large plastic bag and seal tightly. Use a rolling pin to roll/smash the candy canes until they are finely ground.
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Melt the white chocolate in a small microwave-safe bowl and stir until smooth.
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Add about 1/3 cup of the crushed candy canes to the white chocolate and stir them in.
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Pour the white chocolate over the popcorn in the bowl and stir to coat the popcorn with the chocolate.
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Scrape the popcorn onto the baking sheet and spread it into an even layer to cool.
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While the white chocolate is still wet, sprinkle the remaining candy cane pieces over the top of the popcorn.
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Let the popcorn set at room temperature until the white chocolate is firm.
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Break the popcorn up into small pieces, then serve.
Tip
- Candy cane popcorn can be kept in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Depending on the humidity in your location, it might start to get stale after several days.