Best 5 St Patricks Day Toffee Popcorn Wwhite Chocolate Recipes

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St. Patrick's Day is a jubilant holiday celebrated annually on March 17th. It's a time to embrace Irish culture, don shamrocks, and indulge in traditional festivities. Culinary delights play a significant role in this celebration, and one sweet treat that embodies the spirit of the day is St. Patrick's Day toffee popcorn with white chocolate. Not only is this popcorn a delicious snack, but it's also a vibrant and festive addition to any St. Patrick's Day gathering. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a culinary novice, this article will guide you through the process of creating this delightful treat, offering tips and tricks to ensure perfect toffee popcorn every time. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you to the Emerald Isle.

Let's cook with our recipes!

ST. PATRICK'S DAY WHITE CHOCOLATE POPCORN



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St. Patrick's Day White Chocolate Popcorn is a simple holiday treat made with popcorn, marshmallows, festive sprinkles and white chocolate.

Provided by Amber

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 bag popcorn, popped
6 ounces white chocolate candy melts
1/3 cup sprinkles ( I did a mix of rainbow jimmies and green shamrocks)
1 cup marshmallows taken from box of Lucky Charms cereal

Steps:

  • Pop the popcorn in the microwave according to box directions.
  • Place some parchment out on a baking sheet and spread the popcorn out. Remove any kernels.
  • Melt the chocolate by placing in the microwave for 1 minute. Stir and cook another 30 seconds.
  • Stir the chocolate and pour over popcorn.
  • This is hot so be careful! Mix the popcorn and chocolate together.
  • Place the sprinkles and marshmallows on top of popcorn and mix everything together.
  • Let set and serve.

WHITE CHOCOLATE POPCORN



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This is a really, really easy recipe and the results are fantastic. The salty-sweet ratio is perfect! Great for holiday parties or goodie bags.

Provided by nnewman6080

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     White Chocolate

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 (3.5 ounce) packages plain microwave popcorn
17 ounces white chocolate chips
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Pop 1 popcorn package at a time in the microwave on high until popping begins to slow down, about 2 1/2 minutes. Open bags carefully and transfer popcorn to a large plastic bag, discarding any burnt pieces or unpopped kernels.
  • Melt white chocolate chips with butter in top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula, until mixture is creamy, about 5 minutes.
  • Drizzle melted chocolate over popcorn. Close bag and shake until thoroughly coated, 3 to 4 minutes. Place in the refrigerator to cool, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Cholesterol 5.5 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 97.5 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

EASY WHITE CHOCOLATE PARTY MIX



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I get rave reviews every time I prepare this crispy combination of cereal, popcorn, pretzels, nuts and candies. Coated in white chocolate, this mix is spectacular for parties and for gift giving. -Rose Wentzel, St. Louis, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 9-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 cups popped popcorn
3 cups Frosted Cheerios
1 package (10 ounces) fat-free pretzel sticks
2 cups milk chocolate M&M's (about 12 ounces)
1-1/2 cups pecan halves
1 package (8 ounces) milk chocolate English toffee bits or brickle toffee bits
2 packages (10 to 12 ounces each) white baking chips
2 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a microwave or heavy saucepan over low heat, melt baking chips with oil; stir until smooth., Pour over popcorn mixture and toss to coat. Immediately spread onto 2 baking sheets; let stand until set, about 2 hours. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 221mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ST. PATRICK'S DAY POPCORN



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Everyone's eyes will be smilin' when they see this green popcorn. The emerald color gives this snack instant St. Patrick's Day appeal. -Karen Weber, Salem, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 6 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 quarts popped popcorn
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
8 to 10 drops green food coloring

Steps:

  • Place popcorn in a large roasting pan; keep warm in a 250° oven. Meanwhile, in a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugars, water, corn syrup, vinegar and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer reads 260° (hard-ball stage)., Remove from the heat; stir in butter until melted. Stir in food coloring. Drizzle over warm popcorn and toss to coat. Cool. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHOCOLATE TOFFEE POPCORN



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I never developed any skill at the piano. Despite my failings, I persisted for eight ear-shattering years of lessons. Truth be told, I was in it for the snacks -- both of my piano teachers rewarded my terrible playing with treats. Those lessons instilled more than an appreciation of music: a lifelong love of chocolate and toffee popcorn.

Provided by Samantha Seneviratne

Time 1h

Yield 8 to 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 teaspoons vegetable oil
6 tablespoons popcorn kernels
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, plus more for the pans
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
12 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. When it is hot, add the popcorn kernels and cover the pot. Once the popcorn starts to pop, reduce the heat to medium. Hold the lid on the pot and shake the pot until the popping stops. Transfer the popped popcorn to a large bowl and discard any unpopped kernels. Add the pecans.
  • Butter two large rimmed baking sheets. In a medium-sized heavy-bottomed pot with a candy thermometer attached, heat the butter, sugar, salt, and 2 tablespoons water over medium heat, swirling the pot occasionally, until the butter has melted. Cook the mixture until the candy thermometer reads 300 degrees F. Then remove the pot from the heat and quickly stir in the vanilla. Be careful; it will spatter a bit. Stir in the baking soda.
  • Carefully pour the mixture over the popcorn, and immediately stir the popcorn well to coat it in the warm toffee. Spread the coated popcorn out on the prepared baking sheets, and sprinkle with salt. Let the popcorn stand until it is completely cool.
  • Transfer the chocolate to a double boiler or large heat-proof bowl set over a pot of barely simmering water. Melt the chocolate, stirring it occasionally. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
  • Carefully drop a few pieces of popcorn into the melted chocolate and flip it around with two forks. Lift the coated popcorn out, tap it against the side of the bowl to remove any excess chocolate, and transfer it to the parchment lined baking sheet. Repeat with half of the remaining popcorn. Transfer the chocolate-dipped popcorn to the fridge until set, about 20 minutes. Extra chocolate can be cooled, wrapped in plastic, and used again.
  • When the chocolate popcorn has set, toss it with the plain toffee popcorn in a large bowl, and serve. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Tips:

  • Use fresh popcorn for the best flavor and texture. Avoid using stale or store-bought popcorn, as it will not coat as well with the toffee mixture.
  • Make sure the popcorn is completely coated in the toffee mixture before spreading it out to cool. This will help to ensure that the toffee hardens evenly and does not stick together.
  • If you are using a candy thermometer, heat the toffee mixture to 280 degrees Fahrenheit (138 degrees Celsius). This will help to ensure that the toffee is cooked to the correct consistency.
  • Be careful not to overcook the toffee mixture, as this can cause it to become too thick and hard. If the toffee mixture starts to smoke, remove it from the heat immediately.
  • Allow the toffee popcorn to cool completely before breaking it into pieces. This will help to prevent the toffee from sticking to your hands or utensils.

Conclusion:

St. Patrick's Day Toffee Popcorn with White Chocolate is a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for any celebration. With its sweet and crunchy popcorn, rich toffee coating, and creamy white chocolate drizzle, this popcorn is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a special snack, give this recipe a try!

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