Easy Oreo Popcorn Recipe (Cookies & Cream) Recipe

How To Make Oreo Popcorn: Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Take all the Oreo cookies and chop them coarsely. Place the cookie crumbs in a medium-sized bowl.

2. Step 2

   Next, add the air-popped popcorn and salt to it and give everything a good mix. Make sure the unpopped kernels are removed following the methods mentioned below.

3. Step 3

   Melt white chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth.

4. Step 4

   Pour the melted chocolate over the popcorn and cookie crumble mixture and toss gently to ensure proper coating.

5. Step 5

   Once the coating is done, spread the popcorns on a parchment paper to set for 10 to 15 minutes

Tips for the Best Cookies and Cream Popcorn

Removing Unpopped Kernels

To make sure the batch of Oreo popcorns is free of unpopped corn kernels, it is best to pour the freshly popped popcorns onto a wire cooling rack placed over a baking sheet. This makes sure the unpopped kernels fall through the holes.

Alternatively, one may also follow the process of shaking the popcorn in a bowl. This ensures the unpopped kernels go to the bottom of the bowl, and one may enjoy the popped ones from the top.

Melting Chocolate Perfectly

The perfect chocolate coating comes from the perfect melting of chocolate. To make sure the melted chocolate has a smooth, glossy finish, either microwave it in short bursts of 30 seconds to prevent burning or use a double boiler to make sure it achieves a thin, pourable texture.

Fun Variations & Mix-ins

To add more fun to these sweet and salty Oreo popcorns, often mix-ins like marshmallows, pretzels, and crushed pralines are added to the mix. One may also try crushed chocolate candies and chocolate drizzles.

Besides the fun add-ins, one may explore the flavor variations as well. To try a classic golden chocolate Oreo, replace the regular Oreos with Golden Oreos for a vanilla-rich flavor. Peppermint is another option to bring in a cool and refreshing holiday variation. For some added double chocolatey decadence, try some milk or dark chocolate drizzles and chocolate cream Oreos.

How to Store Leftovers

To store the leftover popcorn in an airtight container for 3-5 days, place it in an airtight container and keep it in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight. In case of using a Ziploc bag, make sure it is squeezed enough to remove all the excess air.

For these Oreo popcorns, refrigerating is not generally recommended as the damp environments often alter or ruin the texture of the chocolate coating. However, for long-term storage up to 3 months, freezing is the only option.