Jello Popcorn Recipe (2024)

Jello Popcorn is a sweet treat that is super easy and so tasty. The delicious popcorn is flavored with your favorite jello and only calls for 5 ingredients. It is absolutely amazing.

What is jello popcorn?

It is an addictive sweet and salty treat with the best candy coating. Jello is mixed with sugar and corn syrup and boiled until it is the perfect consistency.

The popcorn is then coated in this delicious mixture and baked until it is nice and crispy. You can use any flavor of jello you like.

We like to make several different flavors and then combine them after they are baked. The rainbow of flavors look so pretty together in a bowl.

We also make Jello PopcornBalls and they are so delicious and gorgeous too.

Ingredients:

• Popcorn Popped
• Butter
• Granulated Sugar
• Light Corn Syrup
• Jello. Flavor of your choice.

How to make jello popcorn

• Step 1. Prepare the popped popcorn. Pop the popcorn so it is ready to use.

• Step 2. Remove all of the unpopped kernels. Place the popcorn in a large bowl. Preheat the oven to 225 degrees F.

• Step 3. Combine the jello mixture. In a saucepan over medium heat combine the butter over medium heat until melted. Then whisk in the sugar and light corn syrup. Then stir in the jello mix in a few minutes stirring.

• Step 4. Boil the mixture. Bring the mixture to a low boil and boil for 3-4 minutes. It may be necessary to continue to boil for 4-5 minutes.

• Step 5. Coat the Popcorn. Pour the candy mixture over the popcorn and gently toss the popcorn to coat it with the mixture.

• Step 6. Prepare the baking sheets with parchment paper. Spread the popcorn out on a baking sheet (you may need 2 sheets) and bake. Make sure to stir the baking sheet of popcorn every 10 minutes.

• Step 7. Remove from oven. Allow the popcorn to cool on the baking sheet. Once cooled, break into pieces and enjoy!Make sure to wait to break until cooled because it is extremely hot.

How to store:

The popcorn needs to be stored inside an airtight container at room temperature.

How long does candied popcorn last?

If stored correctly, the popcorn will last up to 1 week. After that, the consistency will start to change and lose its crispness.

Tips for Candy popcorn

• Butter. Make sure the butter is completely melted before adding the jello and sugar. This will ensure it has a smooth consistency.
• Stir the mixture frequently. The butter and jello mixture needs to be stirred frequently to ensure it does not burn.
• Bake is necessary. Don’t be tempted to skip this step. This is what makes the popcorn crispy and not so sticky.
• Regular Jello. Don’t use sugar free Jello as the sugar is what gives the popcorn the candy taste.
• Stir the popcorn while baking. It is important to stir the popcorn and toss it every 10 minutes while baking. This will help it to evenly bake and ensure it is cooked evenly.

Substitutions and Additions for Jello popcorn

• Popcorn. I used microwave popcorn for this recipe, but you can definitely use whichever is your favorite!. Store bought popcorn can also be used if you prefer.
• Jello. Any flavor of jello can be used. Choose your favorite or coordinate the colors to a theme or party.
• Food coloring. You can use food coloring to brighten the colors if desired. It is totally optional but can make the popcorn more vibrant.
• Flavoring and Color. You can mix and match jello for certain flavors and color.

This sweet treat is so delicious.

Jello Popcorn is so easy to make and the perfect treat. It is inexpensive and so delicious.

You can make this for birthday parties, baby showers, movie nights and more. It is a tasty treat that everyone will love. This recipe can easily feed a crowd without much work or expense.

What flavor do you plan to make? The options are endless with so many yummy Jello flavors to use.

Print the recipe for Candy popcorn with jello:

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