Grinch Popcorn
Grinch Popcorn is the ultimate salty-sweet holiday snack. Green kettle corn, covered in candy hearts, makes this easy recipe perfect for Christmas movie nights or Grinch-themed parties.
Servings: 6 people
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Equipment
- Medium pot with lid
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- ¼ cup sugar
- 4-6 drops green gel food coloring
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- ¼ cup popcorn kernels
- 1 tablespoon heart sprinkles
- ½ - 1 teaspoon popcorn salt
Instructions
- Mix the sugar and food coloring in a small mixing bowl.
- Melt the coconut oil in a medium pot over medium-high heat. Add two popcorn kernels, and once they pop, that’s how you know the oil is hot enough to cook. Stir in the sugar and popcorn kernels, then cover the pan. Shake the pan constantly until the popping slows down. Remove from heat and stir in your sprinkles and salt.
Notes
Can I leave the food coloring out?
Yes. The food coloring is only for appearance and does not affect the flavor, so you can leave it out if you prefer. Does the popcorn become soggy if stored?
It won’t become soggy right away, but after about three days, the texture starts to turn stale. For the best results, enjoy it within the first couple of days and make sure it’s stored in an airtight container. Can I add nuts to the mixture?
Yes. Stir them in at the same time you add the sprinkles. What kind of pot or pan should I use?
A non-stick pot or pan works best. Since you’ll need to shake it while the kernels pop, choose one that’s easy for you to move around on your stovetop.
Yes. The food coloring is only for appearance and does not affect the flavor, so you can leave it out if you prefer. Does the popcorn become soggy if stored?
It won’t become soggy right away, but after about three days, the texture starts to turn stale. For the best results, enjoy it within the first couple of days and make sure it’s stored in an airtight container. Can I add nuts to the mixture?
Yes. Stir them in at the same time you add the sprinkles. What kind of pot or pan should I use?
A non-stick pot or pan works best. Since you’ll need to shake it while the kernels pop, choose one that’s easy for you to move around on your stovetop.