Halloween Popcorn is the ultimate Halloween treat! Freshly popped popcorn, creamy white chocolate, crunchy M&M’s, and festive Oreos combine for a delicious, party-perfect centerpiece!
Halloween Popcorn
If you’ve followed me for a while, you know I’m Halloween-obsessed—it’s my favorite holiday and time of year. Every year, I host a Halloween murder mystery party with my family, and it’s always the highlight of my year.
Last year, after serving shepherd’s pie, pumpkin soup, rolls, and my favorite Olive Garden salad, the surprise hit of the night was this incredible popcorn I brought out just as game night began.
This isn’t just some popcorn with a sprinkle of candy—it’s freshly popped popcorn, coated in creamy, rich white chocolate, and mixed with the crunchy pops of Halloween-themed Oreos® and M&M’s®. I ended up making another batch because everyone wanted more. It’s so simple, so delicious, and the perfect festive treat!
Halloween Popcorn Ingredients
- Popcorn: Want a shortcut? Use pre-popped popcorn—convenient but pricier. If making your own, try lightly salted popcorn packets or pop 8 cups kernels using a machine or stovetop. If it’s unsalted, add a pinch of salt for perfect flavor.
- Halloween Oreos: Can’t find the Halloween edition? No worries. Classic Oreos are just as delicious. And here’s a pro tip: don’t toss those crumbs!
- Halloween M&M’s: No themed M&M’s? Use regular ones and pick out the colors you want. Mix orange with green or yellow to keep the Halloween vibe. For extra crunch, try peanut or pretzel M&M’s—they’re delicious.
- White chocolate chips: Quality matters! Higher-quality chocolate will melt smoother and taste better. To prevent seizing, ensure your bowl and utensils are completely dry before melting the chocolate. Even a small amount of water can cause the chocolate to get clumpy.
- Vegetable or canola oil: This is our secret ingredient. A tiny splash helps the chocolate achieve a smoother texture for coating.
Variations
Go ahead and add themed sprinkles to this Halloween Popcorn snack mix. If you do, add them immediately after spreading the mix on the baking sheet. The sprinkles need to stick to the chocolate before it hardens. Remember white chocolate hardens quickly!
Tips For Melting White Chocolate
- Quality matters: Use high-quality white chocolate for better melting. Premium brands have more cocoa butter, making them melt smoother.
- Keep away from other ingredients: Wait until your white chocolate is fully melted before adding it to the other ingredients in this Halloween Popcorn.
- Microwave in intervals: Microwave white chocolate in 20-30 second intervals, stirring between each to prevent overheating and ensure smooth, even melting.
- Avoid water: Make sure your utensils are completely dry. Even a small drop of water can make white chocolate clump and turn grainy.
- Add oil, if needed: If you notice the white chocolate is too thick or isn’t melting evenly, you can add a touch more oil to achieve a smoother consistency.
- Low and slow: White chocolate burns easily. Always melt it in short bursts and take your time melting it.
How To Make Halloween Popcorn (Tips)
- Freshness first: Use freshly popped popcorn for the best flavor and crunch. Pop it right before mixing to make sure it’s as fresh as possible.
- Room to mix: Choose a larger mixing bowl than you think you need. This gives you plenty of space to combine the popcorn with the white chocolate without spills.
- Quick with the chocolate: Once your white chocolate is melted and smooth, move quickly. Mix it with the popcorn and candies before it hardens.
- Stick-proof your pan: Prep your baking sheet with a silicone mat, foil, or parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Quick Tip
Serve this Halloween Popcorn in Halloween-themed bowls or spread out on a platter for a centerpiece that doubles as a snack!
Storage
Storing Halloween Popcorn:
Enjoy this Halloween Popcorn mix fresh for the best flavor, ideally within the first day or two. Store it in an airtight container at room temperature to keep it crispy.
A tip: Over time, the white chocolate may soften the popcorn. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight bag in the freezer—no need to thaw; it’s delicious straight from the freezer!
More Halloween Fun:
- Halloween Donuts dressing up store-bought donuts to be Halloween-ready!
- Halloween Oreo Truffles a witch, spider, Frankenstein, and an owl.
- Mummy Cookies using Milano cookies
- Easy Halloween Cupcakes with fun decoration ideas
- Printable Halloween Treat Bag Toppers Eight free bag topper and treat ideas!
Halloween Popcorn
Equipment
- Sheet pan
- Aluminum foil or parchment paper or a silicone baking mat
Ingredients
- 8 cups plain popped popcorn see note 1
- 2 cups Halloween Oreos
- 1 cup Halloween M&M’s see note 2
- 2 cups white chocolate chips 11- to 12-ounce bag
- 2 teaspoons vegetable or canola oil
Instructions
- Line a rimmed sheet pan with foil, parchment, or a silicone liner. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, add popcorn, removing any un-popped kernels (see note 3). Coarsely chop Halloween Oreos into 8 pieces each. Add chopped Oreos and M&M’s to the popcorn.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and melted. Be careful not to burn the chocolate.
- Pour melted chocolate over the popcorn mixture. Quickly mix with a spatula until evenly coated.
- Spread coated popcorn onto the prepared sheet pan in an even layer. Let it harden at room temperature or in the fridge. Once set, break into bite-sized pieces.
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Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
