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red white and blue popcorn

Patriotic Popcorn

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Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup popcorn kernels or about 8 cups popped popcorn
  • 1/4 cup red candy melts
  • 1/4 cup white candy melts
  • 1/4 cup blue candy melts
  • 1/4 cup M&Ms red, white, and blue
  • 1 tbsp sprinkles stars and stripes themed if you can find them!

Instructions
 

  • Pop the Popcorn: If you’re using kernels, pop them in an air popper or on the stovetop. Spread the popcorn out on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure to remove any unpopped kernels, no one wants to bite into those!
  • Melt the Candy Melts: In three separate microwave-safe bowls, melt the red, white, and blue candy melts. Heat in 15-20 second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Be careful not to overheat, as candy melts can seize up quickly!
  • Drizzle the Colors: Using a spoon or a fork, drizzle each color over the popcorn. Have fun with it, no need to be perfect!
  • Add the Fun Stuff: While the candy melts are still warm, sprinkle the M&Ms and patriotic sprinkles all over the popcorn. The melted chocolate will help everything stick.
  • Let It Set: Allow the popcorn to sit at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes, or pop it in the fridge for a few minutes if you’re in a hurry. Once the chocolate hardens, break up any big clumps.
  • Serve & Enjoy! Transfer the popcorn to a serving bowl, or portion it into treat bags for easy sharing.