Grinch Popcorn is an easy, no-bake Christmas party snack made with popcorn, green candy melts, and red candies. A fun holiday treat anyone can make!
Grinch Popcorn – An Easy Christmas Party Snack Anyone Can Make
If you’re planning a Grinch-themed Christmas party or movie night and want a snack that’s cute, festive and ridiculously easy, this Grinch Popcorn is it. No baking. No fancy tools. No stress. Just a fun, creative treat that looks like it took way more effort than it actually did.
I’ve added this idea to my Grinch party menu along with my Easy Grinch Cookies with M&M’s, Grinch Punch, Grinch Rice Krispies Treats and Grinch Cake.
This popcorn is the kind of recipe I love sharing. It’s simple enough for last-minute party prep, but still festive enough to feel special. You can make it for a classroom party, holiday movie night, cookie exchange, or anytime you need a quick Grinch-inspired snack.
The best part? Anyone can make this. If you can melt candy and pour it over popcorn, you’re set.
Why You’ll Love This Easy Recipe
This Grinch Popcorn checks all the boxes:
- No-bake
- Quick to make
- Budget-friendly
- Perfect for themed parties
- Guaranteed to make people smile
It’s proof that holiday treats don’t have to be complicated to be memorable.
What You’ll Need
This Grinch recipe starts with one shortcut that makes everything easier: a large party-sized bag of plain popcorn. No need to pop it yourself unless you want to. Store-bought popcorn works perfectly.
You’ll also need:
- Lime green candy melts (for that unmistakable Grinch color)
- Red M&M’s or red chocolate candies (the “heart” of the Grinch!)
- Parchment paper
- Bright green popcorn holders or cups (optional, but fun for parties)
- Grinch cupcake toppers (for an extra festive touch)
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How to Make Grinch Popcorn
Step 1: Start by spreading several sheets of parchment paper across your countertop. This gives you plenty of space and makes cleanup incredibly easy.
Step 2: Pour the popcorn out and spread it evenly across the parchment. Don’t worry if it’s not perfect, just try to get a single layer so the candy coating distributes evenly.
Step 3: Next, place your lime green candy melts into a microwave-safe glass bowl. Heat in short intervals (about 20–30 seconds at a time), stirring between each round, until the candy melts are completely smooth and warm. Be careful not to overheat them, slow and gentle is key.
Step 4: Once melted, gently drizzle or pour the green candy over the popcorn. You can use a spoon or spatula to lightly toss the popcorn if needed, but don’t overmix. Rustic and messy is part of the charm.
Step 5: While the candy coating is still warm, sprinkle red M&M’s over the popcorn. This is what gives it that fun “Grinch heart” look.
Let the popcorn sit at room temperature until the candy fully hardens. This usually takes about 15–20 minutes.
Serving & Party Tips
- Make it ahead: You can make this popcorn a day in advance and store it in an airtight container.
- Perfect for parties: Scoop the popcorn into bright green paper popcorn holders and top each with extra red candies.
- Add a topper: A Grinch Santa hat cupcake topper instantly turns this into a themed party treat with zero extra effort.
- Kid-friendly: This is a great recipe to make with kids—they can help sprinkle the candy and decorate the cups.
- Customize it: Swap M&M’s for red heart sprinkles or add mini marshmallows for extra texture.
Grinch Popcorn
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 large party-sized bag of plain popcorn
- 1 cup Lime green candy melts
- .5 cup Red M&M’s or red chocolate candies
Instructions
- Line your countertop with several sheets of parchment paper.
- Spread the popcorn evenly over the parchment in a single layer.
- Melt the green candy melts in a microwave-safe glass bowl, heating in short intervals and stirring until smooth.
- Gently drizzle the melted candy over the popcorn.
- Sprinkle red M&M’s over the popcorn while the candy is still warm.
- Let the popcorn sit until the candy coating is fully set.
- Break apart and serve, or portion into festive popcorn holders.
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This is the perfect popcorn for movie night during the holidays. It’s easy and delicious, plus so it’s so festive.