Popcorn Piles with Sprinkles (Printable)

Sweet popcorn clusters adorned with colorful sprinkles, perfect for festive snacking and quick preparation.

# What You'll Need:

→ Popcorn

01 - 6 cups freshly popped popcorn (about 1/4 cup unpopped kernels or 1 microwavable bag, plain or lightly salted)

→ Coating

02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 1/3 cup light corn syrup or honey
04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Topping

07 - 2 tablespoons red sprinkles
08 - 2 tablespoons green sprinkles

# How-To:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
02 - Place freshly popped popcorn into a large mixing bowl, removing any unpopped kernels.
03 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the corn syrup, granulated sugar, and fine sea salt. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves, approximately 2 minutes.
04 - Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the pure vanilla extract.
05 - Immediately pour the hot coating over the popcorn. Using a silicone spatula, gently toss to coat all kernels evenly.
06 - Working quickly, scoop heaping tablespoonfuls of the coated popcorn onto the prepared baking sheet, forming small piles or clusters.
07 - While the clusters are still sticky, generously sprinkle red and green sprinkles over each pile.
08 - Allow the popcorn piles to cool and set for 10 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Sweet and colorful snack that delights all ages
  • Quick and easy to prepare in under 15 minutes
02 -
  • For extra crunch, add 1/4 cup chopped nuts or mini pretzels to the popcorn before coating
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days to maintain freshness
03 -
  • Use a silicone spatula to ensure even coating without crushing the popcorn
  • Work quickly as the coating sets fast to form perfect clusters
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