Christmas Popcorn is the perfect festive treat—just coat popcorn and M&M’s in melted white chocolate, toss on some sprinkles if you like, and enjoy or gift!

Spread Christmas Popcorn on a sheet pan and add toppings.

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Christmas Popcorn

During the business of the holidays, having a few go-to treats that are easy to pull together is key. Just like my 3-ingredient Peppermint Cookies or festive snack mix, this Christmas Popcorn is a lifesaver.

It’s the perfect last-minute treat for parties, a fun snack for holiday movie nights, or a delicious edible gift for friends and family.

Quick Tip

Try some other fun popcorn recipes like this Oreo Popcorn, Cake Batter Popcorn, and Cinnamon Roll Popcorn.

Prep all the ingredients for easy assembly: M&Ms, oil, sprinkles, popcorn, and white chocolate.

Ingredients

  • Popcorn: Pre-popped popcorn is quick, but if you pop your own, add a bit of salt for flavor.
  • White Chocolate Chips: Choose a good quality for better flavor and melting.
  • Oil: Helps the chocolate melt and coat the popcorn better.
  • Christmas M&Ms: Adds color and crunch—swap with any chocolate holiday candy if you’d like.
  • Sprinkles (optional): For extra holiday color, add sprinkles right after coating so they stick.
Pour M&Ms and white chocolate over the popcorn to make this Christmas popcorn.

How To Make Christmas Popcorn

  1. Prep Pan: Line a large pan with parchment or foil; set aside.
  2. Pop Popcorn: Prepare popcorn and remove any un-popped kernels.
  3. Add M&M’s: Sprinkle M&M’s over the popcorn.
  4. Melt Chocolate: Microwave chocolate and oil in 15-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
  5. Coat Popcorn: Pour melted chocolate over popcorn and M&M’s; stir until coated.
  6. Spread & Add Sprinkles: Spread popcorn on the pan; add sprinkles if you want.
  7. Set & Enjoy: Let it sit to harden, then break into pieces and enjoy!

Christmas Popcorn Gift

My kids love giving this popcorn to friends! We hit up the craft store, grab some holiday tins, fill them with popcorn, and done! Or, use festive bags and tie with Christmas ribbon for an easy gift.

A big bowl of Christmas popcorn, perfect for a cozy movie night.

Storage

  • Store leftover Christmas Popcorn in a large zip-top bag, removing as much air as possible.
  • Keep in a cool, dark place, away from heat and sunlight.
  • Best enjoyed the same day as it softens quickly. I love it straight from the freezer!

Quick Tip

To remove unpopped kernels, pour the popped popcorn over a wire cooling rack set on a tray—kernels will fall through, leaving you with only the fluffy popcorn!

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Christmas Popcorn

By Chelsea Lords
With just three ingredients, Christmas Popcorn is the perfect treat to serve at your next party or send out as a delicious gift!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 10 servings

Equipment

  • Sheet pan lined

Ingredients 
 

Instructions 

  • Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil. Set aside.
  • Pop the popcorn according to package directions. Remove any un-popped kernels by pouring popcorn over a wire cooling rack. Alternatively, use purchased, pre-popped popcorn and skip this step.
  • Pour M&M's on top of popcorn.
  • Combine chocolate melts with oil and melt in the microwave in 15-second bursts, stirring between each burst, until completely smooth. Pour melted chocolate over popcorn and M&M's and stir with a spatula until well combined and coated.
  • Pour coated popcorn on the prepared baking sheet and spread in an even layer. Add sprinkles on top and let set at room temperature.
  • Gently break into pieces and enjoy!

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Recipe Notes

Note 1: Purchasing already popped popcorn makes this recipe simple, but if you’d rather pop your own, here’s what I use. You can also use 1/2 cup kernels, but be sure to add a touch of salt.
Storage: When popcorn is coated in chocolate, it softens. I like storing it in a big freezer bag in the freezer and enjoying it straight from there!

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 366kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 25mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 42g | Vitamin A: 78IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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8 Comments

  1. Debbie says:

    I can’t wait to try this next week! It looks so good. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
    1. Chelsea says:

      So excited for you to try it!

      Reply
  2. Margie McGee says:

    I hate to mention this but Ghirardelli White Vanilla Melting Wafers come in a 10oz. bag. Will this make a difference in the recipe or should I use white chips?

    Reply
  3. Karen says:

    I need to review and print recipe for Christmas popcorn

    Reply
    1. Chelsea says:

      You’ll love!

      Reply
  4. Diane says:

    Can you freeze this?

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  5. Myers Saleena says:

    How do you get the MNMs motto be covered with the white chocolate? I followed detection

    Reply
    1. Chelsea Lords says:

      Sorry, I’m not sure what you’re asking?

      Reply