Red White and Blue Popcorn
This red white and blue popcorn is an easy patriotic popcorn mix made with candy melts, colorful M&Ms, and festive sprinkles. It comes together in about 30 minutes and makes a fun patriotic party mix popcorn recipe for summer celebrations.
Ingredients
- ½ cup popcorn kernels
- ¼ cup red candy melts
- ¼ cup white candy melts
- ¼ cup blue candy melts
- ¼ cup red white and blue M&Ms
- 1 tablespoon patriotic sprinkles
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn and spread it onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Remove any unpopped kernels.
- Melt the red, white, and blue candy melts in separate microwave-safe bowls, stirring until smooth.
- Transfer each candy color to a piping bag or zip-top bag with a small corner snipped off.
- Drizzle the candy over the popcorn, then immediately add the M&Ms and sprinkles while the candy is still glossy.
- Let the candy harden at room temperature, or chill the baking sheet for about 10 minutes.
- Break the popcorn into clusters and serve.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Air-popped popcorn gives the candy coating a clean surface to cling to.
- Have the sprinkles and M&Ms measured before melting the candy.
- The candy coating sets quickly, so decorate while it's still glossy.
- Change the candy colors and sprinkles for birthdays, holidays, or themed parties.
- Freezing isn't recommended since the popcorn may lose some of its crisp texture.