POP YOUR WAY TO A COZY HOLIDAY PARTY
Must-Haves for a Comforting
Holiday Snack Bar
Lighten the load of holiday hosting this year with
a serve-yourself snack bar that allows guests to
personalize their plates with favorite cozy season
hors d’oeuvres and drinks.
* Popped popcorn
* Popcorn toppings
(spices, seasonings, cinnamon sugar,
chocolate chips, Parmesan cheese)
* Baked brie (or other cheeses)
* Individually wrapped chocolates
* Crackers
* Pretzels
* Nuts (almonds,
pecans, cashews)
* Marshmallows
* Cinnamon
sticks
* Candy canes
* Sugar cookies
* Hot
chocolate
* Hot tea
* Seasonal
punch
Festive Popcorn Trees
Yield: 10 trees
10 cups air-popped popcorn
1 bag (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
nonstick cooking spray
green decorating sugar
blue decorating sugar
1 tube white frosting with decorating tip
assorted small colorful candies,
such as sprinkles
miniature silver dragees
sugar cookies, for serving (optional)
shredded coconut, for serving (optional)
Place popcorn in large bowl.
In medium saucepan over medium-low heat, stir
marshmallows and butter until marshmallows are
melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat.
Stir in vanilla extract.
Pour mixture over popcorn in bowl. Toss well to coat
popcorn evenly.
Line baking sheet with foil. Spray hands with nonstick
cooking spray then scoop about 1 cup popcorn
mixture. Shape mixture into cone, keeping base fl at.
Th is forms one tree. Sprinkle tree with green and
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Holiday celebrations tend to bring out
everyone’s best and brightest, and this
year you can pair the sparkle and magic
of the season with the heartwarming comfort
of cozy foods. Eye-catching decor boasting
holiday reds, greens and golds becomes even
more inviting when complemented by favorite
wintery snacks that enhance the holiday spirit.
Spend a snowy afternoon nestled in a warm
kitchen with your little ones making these
Festive Popcorn Trees, which off er the best of
both worlds. Th ese charming, edible trees allow
you time together while encouraging creativity
as your kids decorate their own popcorn
masterpieces, adding a whimsical touch to
your holiday table.
Popcorn, a beloved snack throughout the year,
serves as a delightful and versatile addition to
festive gatherings. Its irresistible fl avor not
only satisfi es cravings but also evokes heartwarming
memories of shared moments with
loved ones - whether it’s the joy of crafting
popcorn garlands, creating homemade ornaments
or enjoying it alongside other seasonal
snacks. Embrace the traditions that bring family
and friends closer, all while indulging in the
wholesome goodness of popcorn.
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blue decorating sugars; place tree on baking sheet.
Repeat to make additional trees.
Pipe frosting on trees to make garland then decorate
with colorful candies and miniature silver dragees.
Serving suggestion: Place each tree on sugar cookie,
if desired, and decorate serving tray with shredded
coconut to resemble snow.
Tips: Start the recipe with unfl a vored white popcorn
for best color and fl avor. Make colored sugar by
adding food coloring to sugar then stirring in bowl
or shaking vigorously in sealed container. Add more
food coloring for more intense tones.
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