White Chocolate Popcorn Recipe - 3 Ingredient White Chocolate Popcorn (2024)

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We love making fun treats at our house that don’t take a lot of work. This White Chocolate Popcorn is not only festive and delicious but so easy to make!

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White Chocolate Popcorn Recipe

We have so much fun baking around here but it has to be simple. From cake mix cookies, to simple cake recipes… life needs to be fun. Make sure to check out more of my favorite easy dessert recipes.

However, it also has to be quick and frugal in our house and this White Chocolate covered Popcorn Recipe is just that. If you love flavored popcorns, try Peanut Butter Popcorn Recipe or Easy Homemade Caramel Popcorn Recipe.

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Ingredients:

You only need 3 easy ingredients to make this white chocolate popcorn!

How to Make White Chocolate Popcorn:

  1. Prepare the popcorn based on the popcorn instructions.
  2. Spread out the popped popcorn in a single layer on a baking sheet.I suggest lining the pan with parchment paper before putting the microwave popcorn on it for super easy clean up. (Make sure to pick out any popcorn kernels.)
  3. Melt the white chocolate chips with the vegetable oil in a microwave safe bowl in the microwave at 30 second intervals until the chips are completely melted and smooth.
  4. Now you have to act quick. Then take a fork or a spoon and drizzle melted white chocolate over the popcorn.
  5. Allow the popcorn to cool so that the white chocolate re-hardens. Then break apart the popcorn and enjoy.

It really is that simple to make this easy white chocolate popcorn recipe.

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How do you melt white chocolate?

You can use a double boiler to melt the chocolate but I find that it’s much easier to melt in the microwave. Make sure that you use a microwave safe bowl and microwave in 30 second intervals so that you don’t accidentally burn the chocolate.

Also, you will need to add oil when melting the white chocolate. I find that white chocolate tends to clump when melting but adding the vegetable oil help the chocolate to be creamy and easier to drizzle onto the cooked popped corn.

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Substitution Ideas:

I prefer white chocolate for this recipe but if you’re not a fan of white chocolate, you can also use milk or dark chocolate chips instead. Either will work great.

Also, you can use melting chocolate or almond bark instead of white chocolate chips. White chocolate chips are generally just more affordable at my local grocery store.

Also, you can use avocado oil or coconut oil instead of vegetable oil. Just make sure that the oil has a high boiling point so that it does not burn in the microwave.

Topping Ideas:

This recipe is so fun and easy to jazz up with some of your favorite toppings to make it work for any event or any occasion. Here are some of our favorite ideas to top this popcorn recipe with.

  • Sprinkles – I love adding in sprinkles to celebrate the holidays.
  • More Chocolate Candy – Mix in some of your favorite chocolate candies. We love topping with M&Ms the best!
  • Nuts – Any type of nuts will add a nice salty crunch to this recipe as well.

You really can not go wrong with the toppings whichever way that you decide.

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How much did this quick treat cost us?

I got my bagged popcorn on sale for $.50 (3 bags) which means one bag cost me $.17. The white chocolate cost me $1 for the bag, so I only used $.50 worth.

My total cost was under $1. Talk about a great treat for the family without spending a ton of money!

This is such a frugal treat and a great snack for a large family or to serve a large crowd. You do not have to worry about spending tons of money.

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How to Store:

Store any leftover popcorn in an air tight container or bag at room temperature for up to 1 week.

However, I find that the popcorn is best fresh. The popcorn will become more chewy as it sits.

Everyone loves White Chocolate Popcorn:

It is the perfect salty sweet treat! You will love this easy recipe.

Sometimes we make it for movie night and it is delicious and so easy! If we are watching a movie I just put the popcorn in a large bowl and it is one of our favorite treats to enjoy.

I think you could melt whitechocolate and make just about anything delicious. 🙂 This popcorn recipe is sure to be a hit!

Let us know how your White chocolate popcorn turns out!

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White Chocolate Popcorn

5 from 7 votes

This White Chocolate Popcorn Recipe is easy to make and everyone loves it! It is the perfect treat for your family to enjoy!

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings 6

Cuisine American

Course Dessert

Calories 423

Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

  • 10 cups Popped Popcorn (or use 2 (2 oz.) bag of microwave popcorn)
  • 1 bag white chocolate chips (12 oz. bag)
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  • Spread out the popped popcorn on a baking sheet.

  • Place the white chocolate chips and vegetable oil in a small microwave safe bowl. Melt by heating in the microwave at 30 second intervals until the chocolate is melted and creamy.

  • Quickly drizzle the chocolate over the popcorn.

  • Allow to cool completely at room temperature. Then break apart and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

You can also top the popcorn with sprinkles or mix in your favorite type of candy after you drizzle the popcorn with the chocolate and before allowing it to cool.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 423kcal, Carbohydrates 44g, Protein 5g, Fat 26g, Saturated Fat 16g, Cholesterol 12mg, Sodium 182mg, Potassium 241mg, Fiber 2g, Sugar 33g, Vitamin A 49IU, Vitamin C 1mg, Calcium 117mg, Iron 1mg

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FAQs

How to melt white chocolate and butter? ›

Gentle Heat: Keep the chocolate over low heat while adding the fat, or use a double boiler. The gentle heat will help distribute the added fat and smooth the chocolate evenly. Stir Constantly: Continuously stir the mixture to incorporate the added fat evenly and prevent further seizing.

What to dip in white chocolate? ›

Perfect for a special dessert, party, or a romantic night in. Assemble tasty things to dip like pretzel rods, brownies, marshmallows, and assorted fruits.

What is the secret ingredient in popcorn? ›

The flavor all comes down to one ingredient: Flavacol. You've likely never heard of Flavacol because, really, only movie theaters use it. Essentially, it's butter-flavored salt. It's a really fine, bright orange powder that adds that buttery flavor you crave and the signature yellow color.

Does soaking popcorn make it pop better? ›

To make your popcorn pop better, try soaking the kernels in a bowl of water for 10 minutes and then draining them. Then, pop the kernels as usual. The extra moisture added to the kernels helps produce larger and fluffier popcorn. Another option is to keep the lid ajar if you're popping your popcorn on the stove.

Why won't my white chocolate melt? ›

Old white chocolate will not melt well; white chocolate tends to seize and turn grainy when it's past its best-by date.

What to do when white chocolate won't melt? ›

The moisture can cause the white chocolate to clump and take on a grainy texture, but there's an easy fix: Add boiling water, coconut oil, or vegetable oil to the white chocolate 1 teaspoon at a time, stirring to incorporate after each addition until the chocolate is smooth.

What is the best white chocolate brand? ›

  • Chocolat Madagascar- 45% White Chocolate (ICA White Plain Award Winner 2018) ...
  • Omnom- Coffee and Milk (ICA Flavoured White Gold Award 2018) ...
  • Fossa - Salted Egg White Chocolate. ...
  • Karuna - White Chocolate with Blackcurrants. ...
  • Jordi's- 40% White Chocolate with Nibs (AOC Bronze Award 2020) ...
  • Try our top white bars.

How to make white chocolate white? ›

Ti02 is the ONLY white colorant approved that you can use to whiten chocolate, actually. Yes there are food and non food grades. It will come to you as a white powder, very very fine. if you try to simply blend it into your chocolate, you'll get a lumpy mess.

Can you melt chocolate in a Ziploc bag? ›

5: The Sandwich Bag Method (Aka the Decorator's Way)

Best for when you want to drizzle or decorate with melted chocolate. Step 1: Place chopped chocolate in a resealable plastic bag. (A sandwich-sized Ziploc works great.) Step 2: Seal completely, and place in a bowl filled with hot (but not boiling) water.

What are the basic ingredients of white chocolate? ›

What Is White Chocolate Made Of? White chocolate is made of cocoa butter, sugar, milk solids, vanilla, and a fatty food additive called lecithin. When you're shopping for white chocolate, check the nutrition label to make sure it includes cocoa butter – some cheaper varieties use vegetable oil.

What ingredients are necessary for white chocolate? ›

White chocolate is made with a blend of sugar, cocoa butter, milk products, vanilla, and a fatty substance called lecithin. Technically, white chocolate is not a chocolate—and it doesn't really taste like one—because it doesn't contain chocolate solids.

What mixes well with white chocolate? ›

Chocolate & Other Foods
Chocolate TypePairings
Milk ChocolateWalnuts, hazelnuts, and pecans Gruyère and Asiago cheese Coconut, orange, apples and cherries Peanut butter, honey and caramel
White ChocolateBlackberries, blueberries, lemon, and lime Macadamia nuts and cashews Caviar Matcha, cardamom and saffron
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Why doesn't my popcorn pop all the way? ›

When there's not enough moisture, there's not a good pop. The solution, we were delighted to discover, was easy. We put the dud-corn in a jar, added a bit of water, let it sit for a day or so to absorb the moisture, and voila, the freshest, poppy-est popcorn you could ever wish for!

How to make all popcorn kernels pop in the microwave? ›

Add the popcorn kernels to a medium to large glass bowl (make sure it's tempered glass) and place a ceramic dinner plate on top of the bowl to act as a lid. Microwave for 3 to 5 minutes, then stop when you hear a few seconds between pops.

Why doesn't all my popcorn pop? ›

The 2 reasons your popcorn won't pop.

If you can dent the kernel with your nail it's still way too wet to pop. If the kernel is very hard and can't be dented but doesn't pop, it probably needs moisture added into it.

How to pop the rest of the popcorn? ›

How to Re-Pop Popcorn Kernels. If you still have unpopped kernels, simply add an additional splash of oil to the pot and cover it. Return the heat to medium-high, and proceed as you would for new kernels. When the popping slows, remove from heat.

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