Description
Candied Puff Corn, also known as Christmas Crack, is a sweet and crunchy treat featuring buttery puff corn coated in a smooth vanilla candy coating and topped with colorful sprinkles. This no-bake snack is perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a delightful, festive treat that’s easy to make and irresistibly tasty.
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
- Sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare Puff Corn: Add the puff corn into a very large pan or mixing bowl, ensuring there is enough space to coat the puff corn thoroughly without spilling.
- Melt Candy Coating: Place the vanilla flavored candy coating in a microwave-safe bowl and melt it according to the package instructions, usually heating in short intervals and stirring between until smooth.
- Combine Puff Corn and Coating: Drizzle the melted candy coating evenly over the puff corn. Quickly stir with a spatula or spoon to mix thoroughly, ensuring all pieces are coated well before the coating starts to set.
- Set and Decorate: Spread the coated puff corn mixture in a single layer onto two large sheets of wax paper laid out on the counter. While still wet, sprinkle colorful sprinkles over the top if desired to add festive flair.
- Cool and Store: Allow the puff corn to cool completely at room temperature until the candy coating hardens. Once set, break into pieces if necessary, and store in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain freshness and crunch.
Notes
- Use a very large pan or bowl to avoid spilling during mixing.
- Melt the candy coating carefully to avoid burning; use short microwave bursts and stir often.
- Work quickly when mixing and spreading as candy coating sets fast.
- Customize with your favorite sprinkles or omit them for a plain look.
- Store in an airtight container to keep it crisp and fresh.
