Description
This fun and festive treat is perfect for parties, Halloween, or any event that needs a touch of magic! With a neon glow, these Glow-in-the-Dark Candy Popcorn Bombs will steal the show. Add some edible glitter for extra sparkle
Ingredients
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For the Popcorn Base:
- 8 cups popped popcorn (freshly popped or store-bought)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Glow-in-the-Dark Candy Coating:
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ¼ cup tonic water (quinine-based for glow effect)
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- Neon food coloring (pink, blue, green, yellow, purple)
- Edible glitter or shimmer dust
Instructions
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Prepare the Popcorn
Pop the popcorn kernels and spread them on a parchment-lined baking tray.
Lightly butter and salt the popcorn for extra flavor. -
Make the Glow-in-the-Dark Candy Coating
In a small saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and tonic water.
Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches 250°F (121°C) on a candy thermometer.
Stir in baking soda to create a light, airy texture.
Divide the mixture into separate bowls, adding a few drops of neon food coloring to each. -
Coat the Popcorn
Drizzle the different colored syrups over sections of the popcorn, gently tossing to coat evenly.
Let the popcorn dry completely before handling. -
Garnish & Serve
Sprinkle with edible glitter or shimmer dust for a sparkling effect.
Serve under a blacklight to see the neon glow!
Notes
- Ensure the tonic water used is quinine-based for the glow effect.
- The popcorn should dry completely to ensure the coating stays intact.
- Neon food coloring can be mixed to create custom colors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/12th of the batch)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg