Description
Candied Puff Corn, also known as Christmas Crack, is a sweet and crunchy holiday treat made by coating butter-flavored puff corn with melted vanilla candy coating and decorated with colorful sprinkles. This no-bake snack is quick to prepare and perfect for festive gatherings or gifting during the holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 2 (3.25-ounce) bags butter flavored puff corn (such as Chester’s Puffcorn)
- 1 (16-ounce) box vanilla flavored candy coating
- Colorful sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Puff Corn: Place the butter flavored puff corn into a very large pan or a large mixing bowl to have enough room for mixing.
- Melt Candy Coating: Melt the vanilla flavored candy coating in the microwave according to the package instructions. This typically involves heating in short intervals and stirring until smooth.
- Combine and Coat: Drizzle the melted candy coating over the puff corn. Quickly stir the mixture to evenly coat all the puff corn before the coating starts to harden.
- Spread and Decorate: Spread the coated puff corn mixture out on two large sheets of wax paper arranged on the counter, forming a single layer. Sprinkle colorful sprinkles on top if desired for a festive touch.
- Cool and Store: Allow the candy-coated puff corn to cool completely until the coating hardens. Once cooled, store the treat in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use a very large bowl or pan to mix the puff corn with the candy coating to prevent spillage.
- The candy coating should be melted carefully to avoid burning; stir frequently while microwaving.
- Work quickly when mixing and spreading, as the candy coating hardens fast.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the candy coating before mixing.
- This treat can be stored for up to one week in an airtight container at room temperature.
