Description
Candied Puff Corn, also known as Christmas Crack, is a delightful holiday treat featuring crunchy butter-flavored puff corn coated in sweet vanilla candy coating and topped with festive sprinkles. This easy no-cook snack is perfect for holiday parties, gift-giving, or a sweet snack anytime during the season.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 (3.25-ounce) bags butter flavored puff corn (such as Chester’s Puffcorn)
- 1 (16-ounce) box vanilla flavored candy coating
- Sprinkles, for decorating (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Puff Corn: Place the 2 bags of butter flavored puff corn into a very large mixing bowl or pan to ensure enough space for coating.
- Melt Candy Coating: Following the package instructions, melt the vanilla flavored candy coating in the microwave. Usually, this involves heating in short intervals and stirring until smooth.
- Combine Puff Corn and Coating: Drizzle the melted candy coating evenly over the puff corn. Quickly stir using a spatula or spoon to coat the puff corn thoroughly before the coating hardens.
- Spread and Decorate: Spread the coated puff corn mixture onto two large sheets of wax paper laid out on the counter. Flatten into a single, even layer for easy cooling and crispness.
- Add Sprinkles and Cool: Sprinkle your choice of colorful sprinkles over the coated puff corn while it is still wet to adhere well. Allow the mixture to cool completely at room temperature until the candy coating hardens.
- Store: Once cooled and set, break into pieces if necessary and store in an airtight container. This treat keeps fresh for up to one week.
Notes
- Use large mixing equipment to ensure even coating without crushing the puff corn.
- Work quickly when coating the puff corn to prevent the candy coating from hardening prematurely.
- Customize with any kind of sprinkles or omit them for a simpler version.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crispness.
- This recipe is great for holiday gift bags and parties due to its festive look and easy preparation.
