Description
Rudolph Popcorn is a festive and fun holiday treat featuring fluffy popcorn drizzled with rich milk chocolate and vibrant red candy melts. Topped with crunchy pretzels, red M&M’s, and adorable candy eye sprinkles, this sweet and salty snack is perfect for holiday parties or gifting.
Ingredients
Scale
Popcorn Base
- 1 bag of popcorn (about 10–12 cups popped)
- 1 1/2 cups pretzels
Chocolate Coating
- 6 oz Ghirardelli milk chocolate melting wafers
- 6 oz red candy melts
Toppings
- 30 red M&M’s
- Candy eye sprinkles, as needed
Instructions
- Pop the Popcorn: Pop the whole bag of popcorn according to package directions. Spread the popped popcorn evenly on a tray lined with parchment paper, then sprinkle the pretzels on top to prepare for coating.
- Melt the Chocolates: Melt the milk chocolate wafers and the red candy melts separately according to the package instructions, as they may require different melting techniques or times to reach the perfect smooth consistency.
- Drizzle the Coatings: Using spoons or piping bags, drizzle the melted milk chocolate and the red candy melts evenly over the popcorn and pretzels, ensuring a colorful and flavorful coverage. Then, immediately scatter the red M&M’s and candy eye sprinkles on top while the coating is still wet so they stick well.
- Set and Serve: Allow the chocolate and candy melts to dry completely, letting the coatings harden to create a crunchy texture. Once dry, break the popcorn into clusters and serve, or package in gift bags for a delightful holiday present.
Notes
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
- Melt chocolates gently using a microwave in short bursts or a double boiler to avoid burning.
- You can substitute candy eyes with mini chocolate chips if unavailable.
- Store in an airtight container to keep popcorn fresh and crunchy.
- This treat is great for holiday parties and kids’ celebrations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Rudolph Popcorn, holiday snack, festive popcorn, chocolate popcorn, candy popcorn, holiday treats, popcorn recipe
