Best 4 Frosty Peppermint Popcorn Recipes

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Indulge in the minty magic of homemade frosty peppermint popcorn, a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of popcorn with the refreshing taste of peppermint. Whether you're hosting a holiday party, enjoying a cozy movie night, or simply craving a sweet and festive snack, this easy-to-make recipe will take your taste buds on a journey of peppermint bliss.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

FROSTY PEPPERMINT POPCORN



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Whether you need a quick gift idea or yummy munchies for movie night, we've got you covered with this peppermint twist on regular popped popcorn. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 10m

Yield about 3-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 3

8 ounces white candy coating, melted
3-1/2 quarts popped popcorn
1/3 cup crushed peppermint candies

Steps:

  • Drizzle candy coating over popcorn; sprinkle with candies and toss. Immediately spread onto waxed paper; let stand until set., Break into pieces. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 76mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

WHITE CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT POPCORN



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

30 peppermint candies
1 pound white chocolate chips
2 tablespoons coconut oil
10 cups store-bought popped kettle corn
1/4 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons red sprinkles
2 tablespoons green sprinkles
2 tablespoons red sanding sugar
2 tablespoons green sanding sugar

Steps:

  • Line 2 baking sheets with waxed paper.
  • Place the peppermint candies in a large resealable plastic bag. Crush with a rolling pin until you have a mix of smaller chunks and crumbs. Set aside.
  • Place the white chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in increments of 15 to 30 seconds (this will depend on your microwave), stirring after each, until completely melted and smooth.
  • Place the kettle corn in a large bowl. Pour the white chocolate mixture over the popcorn and fold with a spatula until evenly coated. Transfer the popcorn to the lined baking sheets in a single layer. Working quickly, sprinkle the popcorn with the crushed peppermint candies, mini chocolate chips, red and green sprinkles and red and green sanding sugar. You can you use more or less of each topping based on what you like.
  • Allow the popcorn to dry to the touch, about 15 minutes, before packing in bags as gifts or storing in an airtight container.

PEPPERMINT POPCORN



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Peppermint-flavored popcorn.

Provided by Maryland Mama

Categories     Popcorn Candy

Time 1h40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 cups popped popcorn
½ cup unsalted butter
1 cup white sugar
¼ cup light corn syrup
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon green food coloring
½ teaspoon peppermint extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Place popped popcorn into a large roasting pan.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Boil, without stirring, for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • Stir in food coloring and peppermint extract. Pour over popcorn and stir until well mixed.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring 2 to 4 times during baking. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 163.9 mg, Sugar 13.9 g

CHOCOLATE-MINT POPCORN



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I wrote a book called "20 New Ways to Enjoy Popcorn." When I poll friends, they favor this recipe, a delicious treat for after-dinner coffee. - Polly Brunning, Thaxton, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 3

8 cups popped popcorn
1 package (4 ounces) Junior Mints
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Place popcorn in a large bowl. In a small saucepan, melt mints and butter over medium-low heat; stir until smooth. Pour over popcorn; toss to coat., Immediately spread onto waxed paper; let stand until set. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 143mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh popcorn kernels: Fresh popcorn kernels will pop better and result in a more flavorful snack.
  • Add the peppermint extract and oil to the melted butter: This will help to evenly distribute the flavor throughout the popcorn.
  • Be careful not to overcook the popcorn: Overcooked popcorn will be tough and chewy.
  • Store the popcorn in an airtight container: This will help to keep the popcorn fresh and prevent it from becoming stale.

Conclusion:

Frosty peppermint popcorn is a delicious and festive holiday treat. It's easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its sweet and minty flavor, this popcorn is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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