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    Home » Snacks » Grinch Popcorn

    Published: Nov 14, 2016 · Modified: Jun 19, 2020 by Lisa Johnson

    Grinch Popcorn

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    This Grinch Popcorn is so delicious that you might find it hard to share | cookingwithcurls.com

    I have no idea if they have Grinch Popcorn in Who-ville or not, but I think that they should. I mean really, who doesn't love chocolate covered popcorn? As you can see my crazy Grinch inspired recipes are continuing and they seem to be a big hit, which makes me very happy, and it's really fun seeing the visions in my head become reality, lol

    This Grinch Popcorn is so delicious that you might find it hard to share | cookingwithcurls.com

    This Grinch Popcorn is so crazy easy to make, even your kids could make it this holiday season!

    This fun and delicious Grinch Popcorn is anything but mean, but you may still find it hard to share | cookingwithcurls.com

    How to make Grinch Popcorn:

    Place the popped popcorn into a LARGE bowl, set aside.....

    grinch popcorn popped cookingwithcurls.com

    Place the candy melts in a microwave safe bowl. Heat on HIGH for one minute, stir and heat for an additional minute. Stir and continue heating and stirring in 15 second intervals until the candy is melted and smooth.....

    Grinch Popcorn melted cookingwithcurls.com

    ***before I forget...I used (1) 12 ounce package of Wilton® Vibrant Green Candy Melts and 4 ounces of Wilton® Bright Green Candy Melts {That I found at Walmart} to create this perfect green color***

    Grinch Popcorn chocolates cookingwithcurls.com

    Pour over the popcorn and gently stir to completely cover. Add the candy coated chocolates if using, stir to combine. ....

    Grinch Popcorn mix cookingwithcurls.com

    Don't strain your eyes looking for the candy coated chocolate, they were hiding behind a bag and I completely forgot to add them!! Seriously, it's just not my week. 😉

    Spread the popcorn mixture out on a parchment paper or Silpat lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with the jumbo red hearts and lime green jimmies.

    The Grinch Popcorn is so simple to make which makes it perfect for last minutes holiday gifts and treats | cookingwithcurls.com

    Set aside to cool completely, then break apart and serve.....

    Grinch Popcorn | cookingwithcurls.com

    You know what, I didn't really miss having the candy coated chocolates {holiday M&M's} mixed in....but are worth adding if you have some on hand. 😉

    Notes:

      • If you cannot find the Bright Green candy melts, I would probably try 14 ounces of vibrant and 2 ounces of dark and see how it looks. You can always add more melts one by one until you get the color that you want.
      • I have a 1000 watt microwave, so you may need to adjust your melting times based on your own oven.
      • If it is hot where you live and your chocolate arrives melted, simply place it on a flat surface and resist the urge to play with it, lol
      • Make sure you use a MASSIVE bowl to stir the popcorn. Mine is an old Tupperware Thatsa Bowl I believe??
    • I did not stir in the jumbo heart sprinkles because they are pretty delicate and I did not wan them to break apart.
    • I bought the mini bucket from Zulily a couple of years ago...just in case you were wondering.

    If you can only find the Vibrant Green, your Grinch Popcorn will be this Monster Mash Popcorn shade of green.....

    Monster Mash Popcorn - a perfectly ghoulish treat | cookingwithcurls.com

    More Grinch inspired recipes:

    •  Grinch Hot Chocolate {naughty or nice}
    • Max's Grinch Puppy Chow
    • Grinch Who-Punch {naughty or nice}
    • Grinch Snowball Cookies

    Enjoy!!

    This Grinch Popcorn is so delicious that you might find it hard to share | cookingwithcurls.com

    Grinch Popcorn

    This chocolate covered Grinch Popcorn is so delicious that you might find it hard to share, but you will because you are no Grinch!!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: popcorn, chocolate, green, Grinch, holidays, Christmas, recipe
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 2 minutes
    Total Time: 17 minutes
    Servings: 15 Servings
    Calories: 722kcal
    Author: Lisa Johnson

    Ingredients

    • 15 cups popped popcorn about 1 cup before popping
    • 12 ounce package Wilton® Vibrant Green Candy Melts
    • 4 ounces Wilton® Bright Green Candy Melts
    • 2 Tablespoons lime green jimmies
    • 2 Tablespoons jumbo red hearts
    • ½ cup candy coated chocolates in holiday colors optional
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    Instructions

    • Place the popped popcorn into a LARGE bowl, set aside.
    • Place the candy melts in a microwave safe bowl. Heat on HIGH for one minute, stir and heat for an additional minute. Stir and continue heating and stirring in 15 second intervals until the candy is melted and smooth.
    • Pour over the popcorn and gently stir to completely cover.
    • Add the candy coated chocolates if using, stir to combine.
    • Spread the popcorn mixture out on a parchment paper or Silpat lined baking sheet.
    • Sprinkle with the jumbo red hearts and lime green jimmies.
    • Set aside to cool completely, then break apart and serve.

    Notes

    • If you cannot find the Bright Green candy melts, I would probably try 14 ounces of vibrant and 2 ounces of dark and see how it looks. You can always add more melts one by one until you get the color that you want.
    • I have a 1000 watt microwave, so you may need to adjust your melting times based on your own oven.
    • If it is hot where you live and your chocolate arrives melted, simply place it on a flat surface and resist the urge to play with it, lol
    • Make sure you use a MASSIVE bowl to stir the popcorn. Mine is an old Tupperware Thatsa Bowl I believe??
    • I did not stir in the jumbo heart sprinkles because they are pretty delicate and I did not wan them to break apart.
    • I bought the mini bucket from Zulily a couple of years ago…just in case you were wondering.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 722kcal | Carbohydrates: 136g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 449mg | Fiber: 21g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 5mg
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    Comments

    1. Ardith says

      November 15, 2016 at 6:43 am

      This is so darn cute that it's making me smile ear to ear, happy Grinch style. What a great way to start the morning. Thank you for the inspired recipe, awesome photo, and early Christmas cheer.

      Reply
    2. Claire @ A Little Claireification says

      November 05, 2017 at 1:04 pm

      Having the kids make this for our holiday party!!
      xoxo

      Reply
    3. Kim says

      November 16, 2017 at 5:24 am

      Do you use microwave popcorn?

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        November 22, 2017 at 5:35 pm

        I microwave regular popcorn kernels in a paper bag, Kim.

        Reply
    4. Lois Christensen says

      November 28, 2017 at 8:35 am

      This is cute!!! I"m sure the popcorn tastes amazing. I love how you presented it too! Thanks for sharing with Delicious Dishes this week.

      Reply
    5. Sally Mazza says

      December 20, 2017 at 10:21 am

      Where can i get the grinch doll ?

      Reply
    6. Kelli Miller says

      November 08, 2018 at 9:06 am

      How fun is this popcorn!? Plus, it is perfect for a movie night or unit study of the Grinch Movie. So glad I found you. 🙂

      Reply

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      October 12, 2020 at 10:52 pm

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