Cookies and Cream Popcorn
Cookies and Cream Popcorn is a bright and fun dessert popcorn for parties.
Servings 10 cups
Calories 386kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup uncooked popcorn kernels OR 10 cups plain, popped popcorn
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup 6 ounces white chocolate chips
- 1 package Oreo cookies I used gluten-free Joe-Joe's from Trader Joe's
- pinch salt
Instructions
Make the popcorn.
- In a medium saucepan, bring oil to a simmer over medium-low heat, stirring often.
- Add popcorn kernels in a single layer and cover saucepan with a lid. When the popcorn begins to pop (after about 2-3 minutes), shake the pot over the heat for about 3 minutes, until popping slows. Remove from heat immediately and let cool.
Make cookies and cream mixture.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the popcorn out in a single layer.
- In a glass, microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips for 20 seconds on 50% heat. Stir. Repeat until white chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat.
- While chocolate is heating, place cookies in a gallon zip-lock bag and smash them with a rolling pin until you have large broken chunks.
- Spread cookie crumbles over the popcorn, then drizzle with the white chocolate. Gently stir to combine evenly.
- Sprinkle with sea salt. Let the popcorn cool on the pan. If desired, break apart any large clusters. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Since originally publishing this recipe, I discovered a better way to pop popcorn kernels in the microwave. Check out the recommended products section to see my favorite silicone, microwave popcorn bowl. I fill the kernels to the bottom line and then cook on High for 2 minutes and 30 seconds. It's always perfect.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5cup | Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 193mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 6mg
