Easy Grinch Popcorn

5 from 3 votes

This easy Grinch popcorn is perfect for the festive season. Combining the crunch of air popped popcorn with the sweetness of the green marshmallow mixture, this sweet treat brings the Grinch's spirit right into your home.

This recipe is not only easy and delicious, but visually appealing and so fun to make. Enjoy during various festive occasions from a Christmas movie night to holiday parties.

Prep Time10

Cook Time7

Total Time20

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: christmas, popcorn

Servings: servings

Calories: 243kcal

Author: Chandice

Cost: $5

Ingredients

6 cups air popped popcorn
2 1/2 tablespoons salted butter
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups large marshmallows
Green food coloring
Red candy heart sprinkles

Instructions

Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Add butter and salt to a deep skillet. Let the butter melt and add the marshmallows.Stir occasionally to help marshmallows melt.
Once the marshmallows are almost melted, add green food coloring and turn the heat off and stir continuously to completely melt the last bits of marshmallow.
Put popcorn in a large mixing bowl, pour marshmallow mixture on top of the popcorn and mix until well incorporated.
Press popcorn onto the prepared baking sheet in order to create one layer.
Sprinkle green red heart sprinkles on top and lightly press down so that sprinkles stick to marshmallows.
Once cooled, break into pieces and enjoy!

Notes

Variations

M&Ms - Red m&ms or green M&Ms make a great addition to this christmas grinch popcorn.
Melted chocolate - If you're a chocolate lover, feel free to drizzle this popcorn with melted chocolate. Milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or white chocolate will work.
Popcorn balls - Popcorn balls make great gifts during the holiday season. Instead of spreading the popcorn out on a cookie sheet, roll them into balls and let harden.
Candy melts - Similarly to melted chocolate, melted candy melts add an aesthetic touch to this popcorn. Melt green candy melts or red candy melts and drizzle over the popcorn for an added touch.
Holiday candies - Feel free to add more of your favorite candies like red hearts, candy canes, etc. to this festive treat.

Storage

Storing - To keep fresh, store leftover popcorn in an airtight container or sealed ziplock baggie at room temperature. For better taste and texture, we recommend consuming this easy snack within a few weeks.

Freezing - Although you can freeze this recipe, the taste and texture will be altered. If you do chose to freeze, make sure it's in a sealed container or baggie. Consume within a few months.

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