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Five-Ingredient Fridays: Peppermint Bark Popcorn with Toasted Coconut

Dec 12, 2014 75 Comments

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This peppermint bark popcorn with toasted coconut is filled with holiday flavors. Perfect snack for your holiday parties!

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There are many things that I wonder about in life.

How many stars are there in the galaxy?

When will Chinese Muslim food every make it over here in the U.S.?

How many brownies are “too many”? (I recently figured this out. The answer is there aren’t too many, but I do need to take a 2 day break between feedings.)

Which genius melted milk and white chocolate together, topped it with bits of candy cane, and called it peppermint bark?

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I remember tasting a square of Ghirardelli peppermint bark for the first time, and it felt like a tiny piece of heaven gradually melting away in my mouth. Of course, one square was not enough. It never is. Ever since I discovered how easy it was to make peppermint bark at home, I’ve whipped up a batch at least once every year. It is always a crowd pleaser. This year, I wanted to do something different, something with that funny popping corn.

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Initially, I was thinking about making a decadent caramel popcorn. But after a long visit to the dentist, I figured that I should probably lay off things that are overly sweet. I don’t want my dentist to be wagging her finger the next time she sees me. Then, I decided to drizzle tiny streams of chocolate on top of the popcorn. The dentist will approve of my decision.

One of the benefits of making peppermint bark at home is that you can let out your day’s frustration as you crush the peppermint. And if you don’t have any frustration to let out, it’s just plain fun.

Peppermint Candy Cane

To make this yummy Christmas party snack, here’s what you’ll need:

Peppermint Bark Popcorn Ingredients

What do you like to put in your peppermint bark?

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Peppermint Bark Popcorn with Toasted Coconut

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★★★★★

4.8 from 5 reviews

Makes about 10 cups.

  • Author: Lisa Lin
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: snack, dessert
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Ingredients

  • 1 bag of unsalted, butter-free popcorn
  • 5 peppermint candy canes
  • 1 and 1/4 cup (300g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (use vegan chips if vegan)
  • 1 cup (50g) flaked unsweetened coconut
  • pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Pop the popcorn in your microwave according to the directions on the package. When the popcorn is done, pour it out onto a big bowl and let it cool for a few minutes. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper, and scoop out the popcorn onto the paper. Leave out the unpopped kernels.
  2. Unwrap 5 candy canes, and place it into a sandwich bag. Crush the candy cane by using a hard object. I used a meat pounder. Be careful, some of the peppermint powder may spray out of the bag.
  3. Heat a small sauté pan over medium-high heat and spread the coconut on top. Stir frequently until about half of the coconut is browned. Remove from heat. The coconut will continue browning as it sets. Let it cool for 5 minutes.
  4. Microwave the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl for a minute. Continue microwaving at 15-second intervals until nearly all the chocolate chips are glossy. Stir the chips until you get a smooth chocolate mixture. Using a spoon, drizzle the chocolate over the popcorn. The chocolate may get a bit out of control and a huge dollop may land on one spot. That’s okay.
  5. Sprinkle the crushed peppermint, toasted coconut, and sea salt over the popcorn. I like to crush the coconut in my hand before sprinkling it on the popcorn.
  6. Let the chocolate set by freezing the popcorn for 10 minutes, or leave it in room temperature for one to two hours.
  7. Serve immediately or store in a sealed bag for a day or two. The popcorn may get stale after 2 days.

Notes

Adapted from Cookie + Kate.

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  1. Liz @ Floating Kitchen says

    December 12, 2014 at 5:28 am

    This is such a festive and fun snack. Love it! I would easily eat that whole bowl!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 12, 2014 at 5:11 pm

      Thanks, Liz! I had to give most of it away because it was getting very dangerous having the whole batch around the house!

      Reply
  2. Melanie @ Nutritious Eats says

    December 12, 2014 at 7:47 am

    Yes please! This looks amazing Lisa. Love that heart picture!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 12, 2014 at 5:13 pm

      Thanks, Melanie! As I started smashing the candy cane, a heart shape started to form, so I thought I’d just clean it up!

      Reply
  3. Alanna says

    December 12, 2014 at 8:06 am

    You make the cutest stuff!! This peppermint bark looks amazing and much better than buying Ghirardelli. This is just the right amount of bark on the popcorn.

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 12, 2014 at 5:20 pm

      You’re too kind, Alanna!!

      Reply
  4. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    December 12, 2014 at 8:11 am

    THAT and some good holiday movies, cozy by the fire 😉 Perfect!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 12, 2014 at 6:35 pm

      Yes! I’m working on a puzzle right now, and this popcorn has helped keep me going.

      Reply
  5. Sarah | Broma Bakery says

    December 12, 2014 at 8:13 am

    Ahhh that peppermint heart! Adorable. That could totally be a phone background. And yeah, Ghirardelli is basically baker’s mecca.

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 12, 2014 at 6:37 pm

      Going to one of these Ghirardelli shops is soo dangerous for me because I always buy so much chocolate from those mix-and-match bins! Plus, I love that they always sample the caramel squares.

      Reply
  6. Anne|Craving Something Healthy says

    December 12, 2014 at 8:27 am

    Oh how I love peppermint bark – never thought to get popcorn involved though! Love this and can’t wait to make it. Beautiful photos 🙂

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 12, 2014 at 6:38 pm

      Thanks, Anne!! Let me know how this goes for you!

      Reply
  7. Linda @ the Fitty says

    December 12, 2014 at 9:34 am

    Oh. My. Gosh.

    I cannot believe how simple and yummy this looks.

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 12, 2014 at 6:38 pm

      Thanks, Linda!!

      Reply
  8. genevieve @ gratitude & greens says

    December 12, 2014 at 9:45 am

    Oh my god, your brownie feedings- too funny! I’m not a super big fan of sweet popcorn but would be so keen to try this! I love chocolate and peppermint, so what could go wrong?

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 12, 2014 at 6:38 pm

      Thanks, Genevieve! Let me know how it goes for you!

      Reply
  9. Kelly @ Trial and Eater says

    December 12, 2014 at 11:54 am

    What a delicious-sounding combo! I’ve been trying to figure out what kind of flavored popcorns to make, looks like yours just moved to the top of my list! Pinned 🙂

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 12, 2014 at 6:46 pm

      Thanks, Kelly! Let me know how it works out!

      Reply
  10. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

    December 12, 2014 at 2:31 pm

    I love that you made bark using popcorn!!! So genius!!! and is the 5 ingredient Friday an every Friday thing? I love this idea!!!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 12, 2014 at 10:46 pm

      Thanks, Alice!! Yes! I try to do a 5-ingredient recipe every Friday. I may skip it once in a blue moon, but I usually have a 5-ingredient recipe going!

      Reply
  11. Eileen says

    December 12, 2014 at 2:45 pm

    Wait, Chinese Muslim food? Well, now I can’t wait for that to make it here either! More cuisines! MORE! 🙂 This popcorn sounds so fantastically over the top! You have to love the mix of textures.

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 12, 2014 at 11:09 pm

      Yes! Chinese Muslim food is amazing, but I only know of one restaurant in New York that cooks that style of food. One day…

      Reply
  12. Annie @ ciaochowbambina says

    December 12, 2014 at 3:13 pm

    Oh my! What a perfect snack!! Sweet & salty…the best!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 12, 2014 at 11:16 pm

      Thanks, Annie!

      Reply
  13. Courtney says

    December 12, 2014 at 4:52 pm

    This is such an amazing idea! And also healthy??? Haha 🙂

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 12, 2014 at 11:24 pm

      Thanks, Courtney!

      Reply
  14. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

    December 13, 2014 at 12:28 am

    “When will Chinese Muslim food every make it over here in the U.S.?”

    This is why I like you. (besides Seinfeld, Harry Potter and all that jazz).

    YES. YES. YES. My dad’s Chinese Malaysian and the food there is…insanity. Now this recipe- Peppermint and popcorn AND coconut? No words.

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 14, 2014 at 8:31 am

      Oh man, I bet the food there is awesome. I need to go back to get my grub on!

      Reply
    • CMM says

      December 18, 2014 at 1:39 pm

      We have lots of halal Chinese spots in Brooklyn, but it sounds like maybe you mean something else.

      ★★★★

      Reply
  15. Julia says

    December 13, 2014 at 10:41 am

    Peppermint bark is one of my faaaavorites, and I’m all about a crunchy, salty, sweet treat! Love this fabulous popcorn recipe, m’dear! Perfect for holiday gift baskets, fo sho’!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 17, 2014 at 12:15 am

      Yes! I’ve already gifted several bags of these!

      Reply
  16. pam (Sidewalk Shoes) says

    December 13, 2014 at 6:59 pm

    Pinned!!! I love popcorn. I love chocolate. I love peppermint!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 14, 2014 at 8:29 am

      Thanks, Pam!!

      Reply
  17. [email protected]'s Recipes says

    December 14, 2014 at 7:56 pm

    This is so pretty, festive and fun to make too!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 17, 2014 at 12:16 am

      Thanks, Angie!

      Reply
  18. Maggie says

    December 14, 2014 at 10:21 pm

    When will Chinese Muslim food every make it over here in the U.S.?
    Very good question and I hope it will be the year 2015!
    Love the peppermint bark popcorn! I’m not so crazy about popcorn, but I want to stuff my pockets with these now! Genius idea! It’s really fancy for a party, but I bet everyone will love it!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 17, 2014 at 12:20 am

      Thanks, Maggie!

      Someone should come over here to open a Xinjiang restaurant because I will become a loyal customer!

      Reply
  19. Alex Caspero MA,RD (@delishknowledge) says

    December 16, 2014 at 11:26 am

    I LIVE for white chocolate bark this time of year… seriously!! It’s one of my favorite treats. Mine is so unhealthy though- pretty much melted white chocolate + dark chocolate + candy canes! Your version looks so much better and I won’t feel as bad when I grab handful after handful 🙂

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 17, 2014 at 12:24 am

      Peppermint bark is sooo addictive! I figured I wouldn’t eat as much chocolate if I made a popcorn version of this!

      Reply
  20. Kelley @ Chef Savvy says

    December 17, 2014 at 9:59 am

    WOW! This looks absolutely amazing! I love that it is only 5 ingredients!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 22, 2014 at 2:38 am

      Thanks, Kelley!!

      Reply
  21. Baby June says

    December 17, 2014 at 5:19 pm

    Mmmm, now I’d love to snack on that 🙂

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 22, 2014 at 2:38 am

      Thanks!!

      Reply
  22. Robyn @ simply fresh dinners says

    December 18, 2014 at 6:41 am

    I love the combination of peppermint bark with popcorn, Lisa – what a great idea! This looks so yummy and easy and your photos are gorgeous! Thanks for a fabulous recipe 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 22, 2014 at 2:39 am

      Thanks for your kind words, Robyn!

      Reply
  23. Michelle @ Healthy Recipe Ecstasy says

    December 19, 2014 at 6:18 am

    So glad I know your blog now! This popcorn looks ridiculous!! I can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  24. Sheryl says

    December 20, 2014 at 4:16 am

    I MUST try this. I so agree with you about smashing the peppermint bark – it’s just fun! Thanks for the recipe.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  25. [email protected] says

    December 9, 2015 at 5:32 am

    Love the combo with the chocolate and the popcorn and coconut! Love love love! Totally yummy! <3

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 9, 2015 at 8:02 am

      Thanks, Rakhee!! The coconut is amazing in here!

      Reply
  26. namrata says

    April 20, 2017 at 11:23 am

    my little one is so happy seeing the pics…trying ittomarrow

    Reply
    • Lisa Lin says

      April 23, 2017 at 9:07 am

      Thanks! Hope you enjoy it!

      Reply

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