Popcorn Piles Red Green (Printable Version)

Sweet popcorn clusters adorned with colorful red and green sprinkles for festive enjoyment.

# Ingredient List:

→ Popcorn

01 - 6 cups freshly popped popcorn (approx. 1/4 cup unpopped kernels or 1 microwavable bag, plain or lightly salted)

→ Coating

02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 1/3 cup light corn syrup or honey
04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Topping

07 - 2 tablespoons red sprinkles
08 - 2 tablespoons green sprinkles

# How to Make:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
02 - Place the popped popcorn in a large mixing bowl and remove any unpopped kernels.
03 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add corn syrup, sugar, and salt. Stir constantly and bring to a gentle boil for about 2 minutes until sugar dissolves.
04 - Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
05 - Immediately pour the hot mixture over the popcorn. Using a silicone spatula, gently toss until all popcorn is evenly coated.
06 - Quickly scoop heaping tablespoonfuls of the coated popcorn onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping into small piles or clusters.
07 - While the clusters are still sticky, generously sprinkle red and green sprinkles over each pile.
08 - Allow clusters to cool and set for 10 minutes before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • For extra crunch, add 1/4 cup chopped nuts or mini pretzels to the popcorn before coating.
  • Swap out red and green sprinkles for other colors to match any occasion.
03 -
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Use a silicone spatula to evenly coat popcorn and prevent sticking.
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