Description
Make a festive and fun Grinch-themed popcorn treat that combines sweet marshmallows, colorful green food coloring, and crunchy red M&M’s for holiday cheer. This easy recipe yields a large batch of delicious popcorn perfect for sharing or gifting during the holidays.
Ingredients
Scale
Popcorn Base
- 10 cups of popped popcorn
- Salt to taste
Marshmallow Mixture
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- Green food coloring (a mix of yellow and blue for Grinch green)
Topping and Decoration
- 1/2 cup additional mini marshmallows for topping
- Red M&M’s candies for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare Popcorn: Pop enough popcorn to yield 10 cups and place it in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with salt to taste and gently toss to distribute evenly.
- Melt Butter and Marshmallows: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt 3 tablespoons of salted butter. Add 3 cups of mini marshmallows and stir continuously until fully melted and combined.
- Add Green Coloring: Mix in green food coloring by blending yellow and blue to achieve the distinctive Grinch green color. Stir thoroughly to color the melted marshmallow mixture evenly.
- Combine with Popcorn: Pour the green marshmallow mixture over the prepared popcorn. Using a large spatula or wooden spoon, gently fold the mixture into the popcorn until it is thoroughly coated.
- Press and Cool: Transfer the coated popcorn into a greased or parchment-lined baking dish. Press down firmly to form an even layer. Sprinkle the 1/2 cup additional mini marshmallows over the top for added texture.
- Decorate: Scatter red M&M’s candies over the popcorn mixture as decoration to mimic the Grinch’s festive look.
- Set and Serve: Allow the popcorn to cool and set completely at room temperature, so the marshmallow coating hardens slightly. Break into clusters and serve.
Notes
- Use a well-greased or parchment-lined dish to prevent sticking when pressing the popcorn mixture.
- For an even greener hue, add more green food coloring gradually.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- This treat is best enjoyed the same day for optimal marshmallow softness.
- To melt marshmallows faster, cover the saucepan with a lid to trap heat, but stir constantly to avoid burning.
