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 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 white chocolate with butter? ›

A small amount of oil (like vegetable or canola oil) or butter can be added to the white chocolate as it's melting. The oil or butter will help to thin the melting chocolate, creating a perfect consistency for dipping or drizzling. I recommend using 2 teaspoons of oil or butter for every 8 ounces of chocolate.

What is black and white popcorn? ›

Add 1/2 cup of the semi-sweet and white chocolate chips to your popcorn and toss. Melt the remaining semi-sweet and white chocolate chips. Spoon your popcorn mixture into individual bowls and drizzle the melted chocolate on top with a fork.

What are the ingredients for 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 makes white chocolate taste like white chocolate? ›

White chocolate is coagulated cocoa butter. Cocoa butter is the vegetable oil that comes from cocoa beans. White chocolate has no cocoa powder in it, which is why it tastes the way it does, and why it is white instead of brown like chocolate is.

How to combine white chocolate and butter? ›

How to make White Chocolate Buttercream
  1. Melt the white chocolate in the microwave and stir until combined.
  2. Set it aside and let it cool to room temperature.
  3. Beat the butter until creamy and fluffy.
  4. Add the cooled down white chocolate to the butter.
  5. Beat the white chocolate and butter together until incorporated.
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How do you melt white chocolate and make it creamy? ›

You can achieve a perfectly smooth and creamy consistency by melting it slowly, using low heat, and stirring constantly. This delicate process not only preserves the subtle flavours and texture of white chocolate but also ensures a successful outcome in your culinary creations.

What happens if I add butter to melted chocolate? ›

Adding butter or oil increases the fat content of the melted chocolate, making it smoother and easier to work with. Perfectly melted chocolate will be smooth, silky, and have a shiny finish, says KitchenSeer. If your chocolate is too thick or clumpy, you may be able to save it with some room temperature butter.

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.

How do I thin out white chocolate for melting? ›

Vegetable Oil or Canola Oil: A few drops of a neutral, flavourless oil can help to thin out your chocolate. Be cautious when using oil, as adding too much can make the chocolate oily. Shortening: A little shortening mixed in with your chocolate can also make it thinner.

What is butterfly popcorn? ›

In contrast, butterfly popcorn is known for its characteristic butterfly-like shape when it pops. As the kernels heat up, the moisture inside causes the popcorn to burst open, forming irregularly shaped pieces with "wings" that give it its name.

What is white butterfly popcorn? ›

WHITE BUTTERFLY pops a bright white color and is often referred to as "hull-less" popcorn because the hull (hard outer shell) shatters more completely than its yellow cousins'. As a multi-generational farming family, we've always been able to enjoy great tasting popcorn fresh from the farm.

What is pop secret popcorn? ›

Pop Secret is an American brand of popcorn, owned and marketed by Snyder's-Lance – a subsidiary of Campbell Soup Company since 2017.

What can I use to whiten white chocolate? ›

The thing about white chocolate chips is that they aren't exactly as white in color as they seem to be. To whiten the ganache, I swear by Americolor Bright White food color gel.

Is white chocolate just chocolate dyed white? ›

Actually, no. When you see a white chocolate that is pure white, it's because the cocoa butter has been deodorized and bleached to give it the pure white color.

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