A classic Holiday Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn recipe just in time for Christmas Day! This snack is perfect for the whole family to get involved and the recipe only requires 4 ingredients.

How to make this Holiday Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn

• Pop popcorn in the microwave as directed on the package. Pour into a large bowl.
• Place cookies in a Ziplock bag and use the flat side of a rolling pin to crush.  Place peppermints in a separate bag and crush.
• Melt candy coating as directed on package.  Pour half of the melted candy coating onto the popcorn.  Add half the crushed cookies and peppermints.  Use your hands or gently stir until combined, then add the rest of the candy coating, cookies, and peppermints. Gently fold to combine until most of the popcorn is coated.
• Pour onto a cookie sheet lined with waxed paper or parchment paper.  Spread out into a single layer until popcorn is dry. To expedite, place in fridge or freezer for 10-15 minutes.  Break apart any large pieces.  

FAQs for this Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn Recipe

Can I double or triple this recipe?

Yes! You can make large batches of this Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn recipe and get all your gift making done in one shot.

Can I substitute the hard peppermint candies?

Although I personally love the hard candies, you can leave them out of this recipe or sub them with M&Ms, pretzels, nuts, or sprinkles.

Can I substitute milk chocolate or use a different white chocolate?

Yes, you can use any milk chocolate or white chocolate bars for this recipe.

How do I store this popcorn?

Keep this popcorn stored in an air-tight container or Ziploc bag. I would eat within a few days to prevent it from going stale. 

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Holiday Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn

Yield: 10+ servings

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 7 minutes

Total Time: 12 minutes

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Ingredients

• ● 1 (3.2 ounce) bag microwave popcorn
• ● 8 ounces vanilla candy coating, melted
• ● 2 cups chocolate cookies, such as Oreo, crushed
• ● 1 cup hard peppermint candies, crushed

Instructions

1. Pop popcorn in the microwave as directed on the package. Pour into a large bowl.
2. Place cookies in a Ziplock bag and use the flat side of a rolling pin to crush. 
   Place peppermints in a separate bag and crush.
3. Melt candy coating as directed on package.  Pour half of the melted candy
   coating onto the popcorn.  Add half the crushed cookies and peppermints.  Use your hands or gently stir until combined, then add the rest of the candy coating, cookies, and peppermints. Gently fold to combine until most of the popcorn is coated.
4. Pour onto a cookie sheet lined with waxed paper or parchment paper.  Spread out into a single layer until popcorn is dry. To expedite, place in fridge or freezer for 10-15 minutes.  Break apart any large pieces.  
   
   

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