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If your kid loves hot, salty, buttery popcorn as much as mine does then you’re both going to LOVE this Valentine’s popcorn! Because what’s better than regular popcorn? Festive popcorn with candy, of course!

Sweet, Salty & Festive Valentine's Popcorn Recipe by Kids Activities Blog — _{Let’s make sweet, salty & festive popcorn this Valentine’s Day!}

Let’s make sweet, salty & Festive Valentine’s popcorn recipe

We all enjoy sharing a big bowl of popcorn with our loved ones. So check out this sweet snack to make with your sweethearts for Valentine’s Day.

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sweet, salty & Festive Valentine’s Popcorn ingredients

1/2 tsp sea salt
1 tbsp olive oil
1/3 cup popcorn kernels
5 oz dark chocolate
M&M’s as desired
Sprinkles as desired

Directions to make sweet, salty & festive valentine’s popcorn

Step 1

In a saucepan heat the oil over medium heat. Add a couple popcorn kernels and cover.

Step 2

Once the kernels begin to pop, add the remaining kernels to the pan and give it a good shake.

Step 3

Keep popcorn on the stovetop until popping slows down to 2-3 seconds between pops. Remove from heat and add to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

In a double boiler melt the chocolate, constantly stirring until it reaches a smooth consistency. Once fully melted, drizzle over the popcorn.

Step 5

Allow the chocolate to harden. Add in M&M’s and sprinkles.

sweet, salty & festive valentine's popcorn — _{This Valentine’s popcorn is so yummy and easy to make!}

Step 6

Serve.

Yield: 10 cups

Sweet, Salty & Festive Valentine's Popcorn Recipe

Name: Sweet, Salty & Festive Valentine's Popcorn Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: Snack
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/3 cup popcorn kernels; 5 oz dark chocolate; M&M’s as desired; Sprinkles as desired

This Valentine's popcorn will always be your family's favorite snack. The blend of sweetness and salt makes it perfect to feast on during Valentine's or any ordinary day.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

1/2 tsp sea salt
1 tbsp olive oil
1/3 cup popcorn kernels
5 oz dark chocolate
M&M’s as desired
Sprinkles as desired

Instructions

In a saucepan heat the oil over medium heat. Add a couple popcorn kernels and cover.
Once the kernels begin to pop, add the remaining kernels to the pan and give it a good shake.
Keep popcorn on the stovetop until popping slows down to 2-3 seconds between pops. Remove from the heat and add to a large mixing bowl.
In a double boiler melt the chocolate, constantly stirring until it reaches a smooth consistency. Once fully melted, drizzle over the popcorn.
Allow the chocolate to harden. Add in M&M’s and sprinkles.
Serve.

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Did you and your family enjoy this recipe? Let us know in the comments below!