Save to Pinterest A fun and festive snack display perfect for movie nights featuring classic popcorn and a variety of sweet and savory treats all beautifully arranged in popcorn boxes.
This display is always a hit with family and friends during our movie nights and makes snack time extra special.
Ingredients
- Popcorn: 1/2 cup popcorn kernels (or 2 bags microwave popcorn), 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (if popping on stovetop), 1 teaspoon salt
- Sweet Treats: 1 cup chocolate candies (such as M&Ms or chocolate-covered raisins), 1 cup mini marshmallows, 1 cup caramel popcorn or toffee popcorn, 1 cup gummy candies
- Savory Snacks: 1 cup pretzel sticks or twists, 1 cup cheese crackers or cheese puffs, 1 cup roasted nuts (such as peanuts or cashews omit for nut-free option)
- Extras: 6 paper popcorn boxes or small treat cups
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn:
- If using popcorn kernels heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat add kernels cover and shake occasionally until popping slows Season with salt If using microwave popcorn prepare according to package instructions.
- Fill the boxes:
- Fill each popcorn box about halfway with fresh popcorn.
- Arrange treats:
- Arrange the sweet and savory treats in small piles or sections over the popcorn in each box mixing and matching for variety and color.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately or cover lightly with plastic wrap until ready to enjoy.
Save to Pinterest We love gathering around this treat display as a family it brings everyone together and adds fun to our movie nights.
Required Tools
Large pot with lid or microwave Mixing bowl Measuring cups 6 popcorn boxes or treat cups
Allergen Information
Contains Dairy (cheese crackers/puffs chocolate candies) Nuts (roasted nuts) Gluten (crackers pretzels) Soy (some candies) Check all packaged snacks for allergens and cross-contamination warnings.
Nutritional Information
Calories 320 Total Fat 12 g Carbohydrates 48 g Protein 5 g (per serving)
Save to Pinterest This treat display is simple to prepare and sure to impress your guests enjoy your movie night!
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I pop popcorn on the stovetop?
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat, add kernels, cover and shake occasionally until popping slows, then season with salt.
- → Can I use microwave popcorn instead of stovetop?
Yes, microwave popcorn can be used following the package instructions for a quicker preparation.
- → What are good sweet treat options to add?
Chocolate candies, mini marshmallows, caramel or toffee popcorn, and gummy candies add variety and color.
- → What savory snacks pair well in this display?
Pretzel sticks, cheese crackers or puffs, and roasted nuts provide contrasting textures and flavors.
- → How can I make the treat display nut-free or vegan?
Skip the roasted nuts for nut-free; replace marshmallows and candies with vegan alternatives to suit dietary needs.