Patriotic Popcorn
This popcorn is a festive and crunchy treat that's perfect for any celebration! Freshly popped popcorn is drizzled with vibrant red, white, and blue candy melts, then topped with M&Ms and star-shaped sprinkles for a sweet, colorful snack.
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 1/4 cup red candy melts
- 1/4 cup white candy melts
- 1/4 cup blue candy melts
- 1/4 cup M&Ms (preferably red, white, and blue)
- 1 tbsp sprinkles (stars and stripes themed if available)
Instructions
- Start with fresh popcorn! If you have an air popper, follow the instructions for light, fluffy kernels. No air popper? No problem! A brown paper bag and a microwave are all you need. Add the kernels, fold the bag, and zap it for 2-3 minutes. Listen closely: when the popping slows to a 5-second gap, it’s done!
- Microwave your red, white, and blue candy melts in separate bowls. Start with 1 minute, stir, then continue in 30-second intervals until silky smooth.
- Once melted, transfer each color into a small piping bag or a zip-top bag with a tiny corner snipped off.
- Spread your popcorn across a parchment-lined baking sheet for the perfect canvas. Drizzle those vibrant candy melts in artistic zigzags across the popcorn.
- While the candy is still gooey, sprinkle on M&Ms and your decorative sprinkles. The key here is speed—work quickly so everything sticks before the candy hardens.
- Let the candy harden at room temperature for 15-20 minutes. If you're in a hurry (or just can’t resist sneaking a taste), pop the tray into the fridge for 10 minutes.
- Once everything’s set, break your popcorn into clusters. Serve in a big bowl for sharing or divvy it up into individual bags for a grab-and-go snack.