It is finally Christmas baking time at my house. I just finished a big batch of goodies to send off to my Dad's office in San Antonio. I've been sending a big goodie box for several years. It takes a lot of work, but it gives my Dad major brownie points with the wholesale account room in the home office.
This peppermint popcorn bark was one of the new treats that I included in this year's goodie box. It is a Christmas version of Monster Munch. I didn't get to eat much of this first batch because it was for other people, but the little bit I did taste was great! I am planning on making another batch of this later this week for our house.
Flavored popcorn snacks are turning into one of my favorite treats to make. They are so easy to make and they are always a hit with everyone. This recipe makes a ton. This would be great bagged up for teachers or neighbors and co-workers.
(Printable Recipe)
2 bags microwave popcorn, popped (18-20 cups)
1 6oz box candy canes, crushed
1 package Almond Bark
1 tsp peppermint extract or a few drops of peppermint oil
Place popcorn in a very large bowl - the biggest one you have. Pour crushed candy canes on top of the popcorn. (I crush my candy canes in the food processor - it is quick and it pulverizes the candy canes!) Melt almond bark according to instructions on the package. Add the peppermint extract or oil to the almond bark and pour over popcorn. Stir until all the popcorn is coated. Pour popcorn on wax paper and allow to harden. Once the popcorn has hardened, break into pieces and enjoy!
29 comments:
That's sweet of you! Luv that reindeer bowl.
Interesting popcorn recipe.
Neat, festive treat. ;)
Thanks for the great idea! A keeper!
Oh my goodness! Talk about a to-die-for Christmas treat! Can't wait to make this at home. :)
Looks great and simple enough that even I could do it! Thanks Steph, I'm for sure going to give this a try.
That's the coolest idea! I love your twist!
Ah, and now I've found the perfect neighbor gift. Thank you!
Stupid question - what kind of popcorn do you usually use. And, buttered or not? I plan to make this to take to a family Christmas party Saturday night! I know the kiddos will love it. THANKS!
Laralee - I used plain popcorn. I think the buttered popcorn would be fine too.
It's pink! lol
That is cool though and very nice of you to do for your dad!
All your peppermint treats are seriously giving me cravings.
I LOVE the bowl! Where did you get it?/Who is it by?
I love this recipe and blog...I posted it on my community foodie blog. Hope you can come check it out http://www.facebook.com/thefrenchiefoodie
Also, feel free to post you're recipes or you're favourite foodie tips on it whenever you like!
Since almond bark comes in different size packages, when you say "1 package" do you know about how many ounces or if it's the smaller or largest size packages? Thanks!
Carrie - I use a 24oz package of almond bark
I just found this on Pinterest and had to come by and pin it! What a great treat for Christmas!
Best wishes,
Natasha @ Keeping the Christmas Spirit Alive,365.
Where is that adorable bowl from?
Just made this and it is delicious! Super quick and easy too. Thanks so much!
oh.my.yum! I just made this and it is so easy! Hopefully there will be some left for gifts!
Just made this to give as a little extra to my daughters teacher and bus driver, it was so easy & delish!
Thanks for sharing your creative foodie mind :0)
Staci
Made this yesterday it was a great hit!! Sooo easy to make and what a great taste :) Thank you for sharing :)
This works great with crushed pretzels in place of the popcorn! Just made some for my office treat swap...yum!
This works great with crushed pretzels in place of the popcorn! Just made some for my office treat swap...yum!
This looks amazing, and I'm wanting to make it tonight. Do you know how long it would keep in an airtight container?
It should keep several days - probably at least a week. I've never had any leftover after a couple of days!
I made this for a little gathering and it was a HIT! Thanks for sharing your ideas!
This stuff is amazing! I made some for my brothers, but I am finding it hard to not eat all, myself. YUM!
Jamie - I have the same problem! Love this popcorn!!
The bowl is made by tag limited. I just recently found one on amazon. Mine is a small dip bowl and the antlers are dip spreaders. Both of them come out. It's called a Merry Moose bowl and not anything to do with a reindeer. (=
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