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    Published: Jun 25, 2020 · Modified: Jul 6, 2020 by Misty · This post may contain affiliate links. For more information, see our privacy policy.

    4-Ingredient White Chocolate Churro Popcorn

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    White Chocolate Churro Popcorn is an utterly amazing, completely addicting treat! Soft and chewy popcorn coated in sweet white chocolate and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar makes for the perfect movie night snack. Plus we’ve included ideas for giving the popcorn a festive flare at your next party or holiday celebration!

    Blue bowl filled with White Chocolate Churro Popcorn
    White Chocolate Churro Popcorn is an addicting and easy treat!
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    • 🍿 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦  For a crowd
    • 🙋 Questions & Answers
    • 📖  More sweet treats
    • 👨🏼‍🍳 Tips & Tricks
    • 👋 Connect with us!
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    I love movie nights! Truly, there isn’t a better way to spend a Saturday evening than with family and friends watching a great movie and, of course, eating the best of snacks. This White Chocolate Churro Popcorn is the absolute perfect treat for just these occasions. It’s inexpensive, super easy to make, and the ingredients are almost always in the pantry. 

    I have found that this recipe is also a huge success at holiday parties and other celebrations. Again… it’s inexpensive, easy, and fast. All the qualifiers for the perfect “serve a crowd” recipe. I’ve included party ideas and simple ideas to make the popcorn more festive in the Q&A section below.

    🍿 Ingredients

    Ingredients for popcorn on counter
    You only need popcorn, white chocolate chips, cinnamon, and sugar.

    Popcorn: I use an air popper to pop the kernels, but it can also be done in the microwave or on the stovetop.
    White chocolate chips: My go-to brand is Ghirardelli, but any brand will do just fine.
    Cinnamon: A little goes a long way!
    Sugar: Just simple granulated sugar.

    🔪 Instructions

    Steps 1, 2, and 3 to make White Chocolate Churro Popcorn
    Stir the melted chocolate into the popcorn, then add cinnamon sugar.

    This recipe can be broken down into three simple steps. First, melt the white chocolate in the microwave and mix it into the popped popcorn. Then add the cinnamon sugar mixture while the white chocolate is still wet. Give it a good stir and then spread it on a sheet pan to set. It’s as simple as that.

    👨‍👩‍👧‍👦  For a crowd

    This is a great recipe for a crowd since it is easy and cheap. If you double or triple the recipe, I suggest doing it in multiple batches (1 batch per large bowl) because it is challenging to mix more than one batch evenly in one bowl. Also increase the number of sheet pans you spread the popcorn on so that the chocolate can dry well. Use three sheets for a double recipe and four sheets for a triple recipe.

    Close up view of White Chocolate Churro Popcorn
    The popcorn is soft, chewy, and coated in a delicious white chocolate-cinnamon coating.

    🙋 Questions & Answers

    How long does White Chocolate Churro Popcorn last?

    It will last for 1-2 weeks when stored properly. Store it in an airtight container or zippy bag and keep at room temperature.

    At what occasions can I serve this popcorn recipe? 

    This popcorn is an excellent treat to serve at parties and holiday celebrations. Here are some ideas to get you started: baby showers, birthday parties, game nights, drive-in movie nights, Valentines Day, Easter, Fourth of July, Halloween, Fall festivals/parties, ugly sweater party, Christmas gift exchange, New Year’s Eve celebrations…. The list could go on forever!

    How can I give this popcorn a festive flare?

    This recipe is really a blank slate that can be easily spruced up for your next party. Once the cinnamon sugar mixture is added to the popcorn, add an extra drizzle of melted white chocolate (you won’t need much) and then sprinkle in mix-ins that fit the occasion. Here are some fun ideas: 
    - Fourth of July: red, white, and blue m&m’s or star sprinkles
    - Easter: pastel colored m&m’s
    - Halloween: orange and black jimmies (sprinkles)
    - Christmas parties: small chunks of white chocolate and dried cranberries
    - Movie or game night: Reese’s Pieces or mini marshmallows
    - Birthday parties: fun mixed sprinkles that coordinate with the color scheme (Fancy Sprinkles are a great option)

    Overhead view of teal bowl with popcorn
    Add m&m's, sprinkles, mini marshmallows, and other treats for a festive spin!

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    👨🏼‍🍳 Tips & Tricks

    • Place spoonfuls of white chocolate across the top of the popcorn instead of pouring it all in one spot. This will help it distribute more evenly while mixing. 
    • White chocolate cools quickly and loses its stickiness fast. Add the cinnamon sugar mixture while the chocolate is still warm to help it stick well.

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    📋 Recipe

    Bowl of White Chocolate Churro Popcorn

    4 Ingredient White Chocolate Churro Popcorn

    White Chocolate Churro Popcorn is an utterly amazing, completely addicting treat! Soft and chewy popcorn coated in sweet white chocolate and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar makes for the perfect movie night snack. Plus we’ve included ideas for giving the popcorn a festive flare at your next party or holiday celebration!
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    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cooling Time: 2 hours hours
    Total Time: 2 hours hours 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12 cups
    Calories: 108kcal
    Author: Borrowed Bites

    Ingredients

    • 12 cups popcorn popped (½ cup kernels)
    • 6 oz white chocolate chips
    • ¾ teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1½ tablespoon sugar
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    Instructions

    • Prep two cookie sheets with a layer of wax or parchment paper. Place popped popcorn in a very large bowl. Mix together the cinnamon sugar until well combined. Set aside.
    • In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave chocolate chips in 30 second increments until smooth.
    • Pour melted white chocolate chips over popcorn. Stir well to coat popcorn in chocolate. Toss cinnamon sugar mixture into the popcorn and continue stirring to evenly combine.
    • Spread popcorn into prepared cookie sheets and allow to set for 1-2 hours.

    Notes

    Tips & Tricks
    • Place spoonfuls of white chocolate across the top of the popcorn instead of pouring it all in one spot. This will help it distribute more evenly while mixing. 
    • White chocolate cools quickly and loses its stickiness fast. Add the cinnamon sugar mixture while the chocolate is still warm to help it stick well.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 59mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg

    All nutrition information is provided by a third party and is an estimate only. Use your own nutritional calculator for more specific measurements.

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    1. Theresa says

      January 17, 2022 at 9:28 pm

      5 stars
      We used microwave popcorn and added the toppings on. It was amazing!!! So good you really want more but know you shouldn't...but just can't help yourself and end up having it the next night too. So good!!!!

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      • Danielle says

        January 18, 2022 at 10:04 am

        So glad to hear you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    2. Les says

      September 29, 2020 at 9:45 am

      5 stars
      Oh wow, so good. I couldn’t stop eating it 🙈 I did have to move fast to stir the chocolate in, but it turned out great.

      Reply
      • Misty says

        September 29, 2020 at 9:47 am

        I also have that problem... I could eat the whole bowl. Glad it turned out well!

        Reply
    3. Delani Denton says

      June 27, 2020 at 10:08 am

      White chocolate popcorn is my favorite movie time snack! I love seeing this churro version.

      Reply
      • Danielle says

        June 27, 2020 at 3:20 pm

        Yay! Let us know how you like it.

        Reply

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