Dive into a sea of Mermaid Munch Popcorn Snack Mix! This ocean-inspired treat is sweet, salty, and sure to get your fins flipping.

MERMAID MUNCH POPCORN

Now that schools out and summer is here, it’s the best time to create everyday magic at home. Whether we’re having a water balloon fight in the backyard or taking an afternoon bike ride, there’s nothing better than making carefree memories in the sunshine. These sweet moments are a great reminder that we don’t have to be doing anything spectacular to have an awesome summer!

If your family is anything like ours, you probably spend many lazy days lounging by the pool or at the local beach. All that relaxation can make you hungry! Pack a snack that is sure to please and make a huge SPLASH. Mermaid Munch Popcorn is full of sweet, salty, and crunchy goodness.

THE SNACK OF THE SEA

Mermaid Munch Popcorn is a combination of candy coated popcorn, mini pretzels, chocolate candies, marshmallows, mermaid tail gummies, and sprinkles. It’s a snack that’s customizable, so feel free to mix in your favorite ingredients!

TIP: To make this munch really POP, choose a popcorn that is bright and white! I used Black Jewell Natural Hulless Popcorn which can be found at your local Walmart. Keep in mind, these are not your typical buttery kernals but still a flavorful substitute.

This recipe is simple and sweet, just how I like it! It’s proof that you don’t have to put in a great deal of effort to make a delicious treat. Start by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.  Place it to the side for later. Next, grab a big mixing bowl that will allow you to toss all of the ingredients together. Add in the pretzels, popcorn, and marshmallows.

In a microwave safe bowl, heat candy melts or chocolate bark in 60 second intervals. Stir constantly to prevent burning. If the chocolate is too thick, add a splash of vegetable or coconut oil to thin it out a bit. This will make it much easier to work with when coating your mermaid munch popcorn.

Pour melted chocolate over the popcorn mixture. Use a rubber spatula or your clean bare hands to gently toss it all together. Add in a few handfuls of sprinkles and chocolate covered candies. Continue to carefully mix until all pieces are evenly coated. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer.

Drizzle top with purple or blue melted candy melts before adding more mermaid themed sprinkles. Allow to cool or place in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.

Once chocolate has set, break apart and serve in iridescent glasses. Last, add mermaid tail gummies inside and on top for a splashin’ surprise.

TIP: These plastic stemless wine glasses are from Target and the perfect size for individual portions. The outsides have the prettiest sheen that resemble the colors of mermaid scales!

 

Mermaid Munch Popcorn

Dive into a sea of Mermaid Munch Popcorn Snack Mix! This ocean-inspired treat is sweet, salty, and sure to get your fins flipping.

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Ingredients

• 6 cups of popped popcorn
• 2 cups of mini pretzels
• 2 cups of marshmallows
• 1.5 cups Color It Candy Shimmer Lavender Sixlets
• Mermaid Themed Sprinkles
• Mermaid Tail Gummies
• 8-10 ounces of Wilton Bright White Candy Melts or White Chocolate Bark
• Wilton Lavender or Teal Candy Melts for decorative drizzle (optional)

Instructions

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.  Place to the side for later use.

2. Add pretzels, popcorn, and marshmallows to a large mixing bowl. Leave enough space to toss the ingredients together.

3. In a microwave safe bowl, heat candy melts or chocolate bark in 60 second intervals. Stir constantly to prevent burning. If the chocolate is too thick, add a splash of vegetable or coconut oil to thin it out a bit. This will make it much easier to work with when coating your mermaid munch popcorn.

4. Pour melted chocolate over the popcorn mixture. Use a rubber spatula or your clean bare hands to gently toss it all together.

5. Add in a few handfuls of sprinkles and chocolate covered candies. Continue to carefully mix until all pieces are evenly coated.

6. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer.

7. Drizzle top with purple or blue melted candy melts before adding more mermaid themed sprinkles.

8. Allow to cool or place in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.

9. Once chocolate has set, break apart and serve in iridescent glasses. Add mermaid tail gummies inside and on top for a splashin' surprise.