Q: Can I make this ahead of time?

A: Absolutely! This popcorn keeps well in an airtight container for up to a week. In fact, I often make it 2-3 days before Valentine's Day so it's ready for parties or gift-giving.

Q: Can I use microwave popcorn?

A: You can, but I'd recommend plain, lightly salted varieties rather than butter-flavored. The butter flavor can sometimes clash with the white chocolate.

Q: My white chocolate seized up and got grainy. What happened?

A: White chocolate is temperamental! This usually happens when it gets too hot or when water gets into it. Make sure your bowl is completely dry and heat in short intervals, stirring frequently.

Q: Can I use almond bark or candy melts instead of white chocolate chips?

A: Yes! Both work beautifully. Candy melts are actually easier to work with since they're designed for melting and don't require the coconut oil.

Q: How do I package this as a gift?

A: I love putting it in clear cellophane bags tied with red or pink ribbon. Mason jars with Valentine's-themed labels are also adorable. Just make sure whatever container you use is airtight.

Easy Valentine's White Chocolate M&M Popcorn Treat

Easy Valentine’s White Chocolate M and M Popcorn Treat

Sweet, salty, and crunchy all the favorite snack foods popcorn, chocolate, and M&Ms. A fabulous combination for a Valentine’s Day Treat.

Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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10 cups Popped Popcorn – store-bought gourmet popcorn or homemade popcorn
1 –12 oz package of White Chocolate Chips
1 –10 oz package of Valentine’s M&Ms
2 teaspoons of Coconut Oil
Mini Valentine’s Day Sprinkles – Hearts

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Instructions

Start by lining a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Wax Paper will also work. (I used 2 small baking sheets)
Measure out 10 cups of popped popcorn and layer on the parchment paper. Spread evenly in a single layer but you want the popcorn to touch.
In a glass measuring cup or a microwave-safe bowl melt 1/2 cup of the white chocolate chips at a time. Add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil to the white chocolate chips and microwave for 30 seconds at a time until the chocolate mixture is melted and smooth.
Transfer the melted chocolate to a zip-lock plastic bag and make a small cut at the tip. Use this to drizzle the chocolate mixture all over the top of the popcorn.
As quickly as you can after the melted chocolate is on the popcorn add the Valentine’s M&Ms and the Valentine’s heart sprinkles. This way they will stick to the chocolate and the popcorn.
When the melted chocolate has hardened store in an airtight container.

Notes

Have you made this recipe? I’d love to hear how it turned out! Leave a comment below or tag me on social media with your Valentine’s popcorn creations. And don’t forget to pin this recipe for next year, trust me, you’ll want to make it again!

Author: Susan Buonpane
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: No Cook