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A bowl of popcorn mixed with red and green candies, mini pretzels, and red and green sprinkles, drizzled with white chocolate.

Sweet and Salty Holiday Popcorn Recipe

Author: Jessica Haggard
Sweet and salty holiday popcorn is easy to make with popcorn, pretzels, candy, and a quick drizzle of melted candy wafers. Combine the mix-ins, pour the warm coating over the top, and finish with sprinkles for a festive touch. It’s a quick treat that works well for parties, gifting, or simple snacking at home.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 237 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 6 cups popcorn already popped
  • ½ cup white candy wafers
  • ¼ cup M&Ms green and red
  • 1.5 oz pretzels
  • ½ tsp red sprinkles
  • ½ tsp green sprinkles

Instructions
 

  • Spread the popcorn on a baking tray. Break half the pretzels into smaller pieces and add both the broken and whole pretzels over the top. Sprinkle the M&Ms evenly across the popcorn mix.
  • Microwave the candy wafers in 30-second intervals, stirring between each round until smooth. Drizzle the melted candy over the popcorn and pretzels.
  • Add the sprinkles, then gently toss everything so the coating sticks to the mix-ins. Let it set for a few minutes before serving or packing.

Notes

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
  • Freshly popped popcorn gives the best texture. If using store-bought, choose an unseasoned option so the coating doesn’t compete with added flavors.
  • Once the candy is melted, toss it with the popcorn and mix-ins right away so everything sticks before it sets.
  • Melt candy wafers in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, to keep the coating smooth and prevent it from seizing.
  • Try mix-ins like crushed candy canes, mini marshmallows, nuts, or dried cranberries. Kids can help by adding their own toppings.
  • Let the coated popcorn cool and harden completely before transferring it to a container to keep the mix crisp and fresh.
Serve: Pair with festive drinks like peppermint mochas, holiday coffee, or a holiday snack board with fruit or cheese. 
Store: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, keeping it in a cool, dry spot so the coating stays crisp. Avoid refrigerating or freezing it since moisture can soften the texture, and it’s quick enough to make a fresh batch when needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 237kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 155mgPotassium: 78mgFiber: 3gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 61IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg
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