Do you want a sweet and crunchy treat? This Cotton Candy Popcorn Recipe is calling your name! The fun colors and flavor make this simple gourmet popcorn recipe a must!
You can whip this up for the holidays, birthday parties, or baby shower gender reveal. Everyone will love how uniquely delicious it is!
I dare you to try not to eat the whole batch! Fill your bowl – and then fill it again because that always happens to me.
I love the sweetness of this popcorn recipe so much that I typically make a double batch of it. I have no shame in my snacking game!
Cotton Candy Popcorn Recipe
The fun part about making this popcorn that tastes like cotton candy is that it has real bits. It’s like the best snacking world, where you get that crunchy, sweet goodness.
We’ve made this for movie nights and birthdays, and it’s always a hit. No matter the setting, you can rest easy knowing that everyone will love eating bite after bite of this treat.
My boys even say this is a hybrid between a dessert and a snack – and I agree. I like that I can eat it anytime I want!
What is the healthiest way to pop popcorn?
The healthiest way to pop popcorn is via air popping, which requires no added oil or butter, resulting in a low-calorie snack that is high in fiber.
Microwave popcorn, on the other hand, often contains added oil and salt, which can contribute to weight gain and high blood pressure.
Stovetop popping can also be healthy, provided that only a small amount of oil is used. While it may be tempting to enhance the popcorn flavor with butter or other seasonings, these additions can quickly negate the potential health benefits of this snack.
With air popping or minimal stovetop oil use, popcorn can be a wholesome treat that provides a satisfying crunch and a range of nutritional benefits.
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Make it a Meal:
If you’re ready to start meal planning, now is the time. As you can see, the planning process doesn’t have to be overly complicated!
Main Dish: Bento Box Waffle Tacos Recipe
Vegetable Side: Classic Coleslaw Recipe
Starch Side: Parmesan Steak Fries with Ranch
Refreshing Drink: Cotton Candy Mocktail Recipe
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Once you make this Dessert Popcorn Recipe, prepare those snacking taste buds for more. I’ve gathered some of my other top popcorn recipes that I’m sure you’ll love to eat!
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Everyone in the family will crave more of this Strawberry Crunch Popcorn Recipe!
Check out the simple steps to make this Muddy Buddy Popcorn Recipe.
Can I pop popcorn in advance?
While it is possible to pop popcorn in advance and still be edible, it will never be as good as freshly popped popcorn.
This is because popcorn loses its crispness and texture as it sits, making eating less enjoyable.
Therefore, if you want the best possible experience with your popcorn, it is recommended to pop it fresh and enjoy it right away.
More Cotton Candy Recipes:
Cotton Candy Popcorn Recipe
This Cotton Candy Popcorn Recipe is one sweet treat! Perfect for sharing!
Ingredients
- 12 cups popped popcorn
- 4 ounces white candy melts
- 4 ounces pink candy melts
- 4 ounces light blue candy melts
- 2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles
- 2 cups blue and pink cotton candy (torn into smaller pieces)
Instructions
- Spray a baking sheet with nonstick spray.
- Melt the white candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments until melted.
- Add 6 cups of the popcorn into a bowl, and then pour the melted white candy over the top. Stir to coat.
- Add 1 cup of the cotton candy pieces and stir.
- Add 1 tablespoon of sprinkles. Set aside.
- Repeat the melting process for the pink candy melts.
- Add 3 cps of popcorn to a bowl, and then pour the melted pink candy over the top. Stir to coat.
- Add 1/2 cup of the pink cotton candy and stir.
- Add 1/2 tablespoon of the sprinkles. Set aside.
- Repeat the melting process for the blue candy melts.
- Add 3 cups of the popcorn to a large bowl and pour the melted blue chocolate over the top. Stir.
- Add 1/2 cup of the blue cotton candy and stir.
- Add 1/2 tablespoon of the sprinkles. Set aside.
- Add the popcorn to the cookie sheet and let it all completely cool.
- Put in a bowl and serve.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 255Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 107mgCarbohydrates: 52gFiber: 1gSugar: 30gProtein: 1g
This data was provided and calculated by Nutritionix on 12/14/2023
Do you plan to eat this popcorn with cotton candy as a snack or a dessert?