Looking for a quick and festive Halloween snack? This Easy Halloween Popcorn is the perfect mix of sweet, salty, and spooky! Made with popcorn, candy, sprinkles, and a drizzle of chocolate, it’s a no-fuss treat that comes together in just minutes.
Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party, planning a spooky movie night, or need a fun snack for kids, this festive popcorn mix is guaranteed to be a hit.
Why You’ll Love This Halloween Popcorn
- Quick & easy – Ready in 15 minutes or less.
- Festive & fun – Bright colors, candy eyes, and sprinkles make it Halloween-ready.
- Customizable – Add your favorite candies or mix-ins.
- Kid-friendly – A fun recipe for kids to help decorate.
Ingredients
- 8 cups popped popcorn (about ½ cup kernels or 1 bag microwave popcorn)
- 1 cup candy melts (orange, black, purple, or white)
- ½ cup candy-coated chocolates (M&Ms or Reese’s Pieces)
- ½ cup candy corn
- Candy eyes
- Halloween sprinkles
- ½ teaspoon sea salt (optional, for sweet-salty balance)
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the popcorn
Pop the popcorn and place it in a large mixing bowl. Remove any unpopped kernels.
Step 2: Melt the candy melts
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the candy melts in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
Step 3: Coat the popcorn
Drizzle melted candy melts over the popcorn and gently toss to coat. Spread onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 4: Add toppings
Before the coating sets, sprinkle with candy corn, chocolates, candy eyes, and Halloween sprinkles. Add a light sprinkle of sea salt if desired.
Step 5: Set & serve
Let popcorn cool and harden for 10–15 minutes. Break into clusters and serve in bowls, cups, or little Halloween treat bags.
Fun Variations 🎉
- Monster Popcorn – Use green candy melts and add candy eyes.
- Pumpkin Patch Popcorn – Mix in pumpkin spice seasoning and drizzle with orange candy melts.
- Spooky Spider Popcorn – Add small pretzel “spider legs” and chocolate candies for bodies.
- Caramel Halloween Popcorn – Toss with caramel sauce before adding toppings for extra sweetness.
Tips for Success
- Work quickly – Add toppings while the candy melts are still wet.
- Mix & match colors – Try purple, green, or black candy melts for variety.
- Use fresh popcorn – Stale popcorn won’t hold up well.
- Make ahead – Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Final Thoughts
This Easy Halloween Popcorn is the ultimate spooky-season snack—colorful, crunchy, and so much fun to eat! Perfect for parties, trick-or-treat bags, or family movie nights, it’s a quick and festive recipe that everyone will enjoy.
Whip up a batch this Halloween, and watch it disappear faster than a ghost in the night! 👻✨
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Easy Halloween Popcorn
Ingredients
• 8 cups popped popcorn (air-popped or stovetop)
• 1/4 cup melted butter or coconut oil
• 1/3 cup mini marshmallows
• 1/4 cup Halloween M&Ms, candy corn, or chocolate chips
• 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds (pepitas – for a “guts” touch)
• 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice (optional, for fall flavor)
• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
• Optional: orange and black food-safe spray or gel for coloring
Instructions
- Place popped popcorn in a large bowl. Remove any unpopped kernels.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Stir in marshmallows and vanilla until smooth.
- Optional: Add a drop of orange or black food coloring for a spooky hue.
- Pour warm marshmallow mixture over popcorn. Gently toss to coat.
- Immediately add M&Ms, pumpkin seeds, and pumpkin spice (if using). Mix well.
- Spread mixture onto a parchment-lined tray or large plate.
- Let cool 10–15 minutes until slightly set (don’t chill—keeps it crunchy!).
- Break into clusters and serve in themed bowls or treat bags!
✨ Great for movie nights, trick-or-treat goody bags, or classroom treats!
PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 10 mins , Cook Time : 5 mins , Total Time : 15 mins , Servings : 6 (1 cup each) , Calories : 180 , Net Carbs: 22g , Fats: 9g , Protein: 3g