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Who loves movie night? I do!
It’s kind of amazing that after so many years and experiences, movie night still makes my heart go pitter-patter. There’s just something unquestionably fun about breaking out of the nightly bedtime routine with my kids and letting us all relax and enjoy a great movie!
On December 8th, Minions was released, and we’re celebrating with this candy-coated movie night minion popcorn! You’ll love it as much as you love those little yellow guys in goggles.
Typically, I hold my kids to a pretty tight schedule. As a teacher with 16 years of experience, I believe strongly that routines are a necessary part of raising children. They help provide structure, teach people what to expect, and instill a certain degree of both security and discipline.
But now and then, all of that can just go away. Shoo. Let’s have a good time!
If you have a Minions movie fanatic at your house, the best way to make that little person happy is to do a Target run. You can get the movie itself (the Minions Metal Pak Blu-ray/DVD Deluxe is a Target exclusive with 40 minutes of Target Exclusive content), you can buy minion books, toys and swag (my son has the PJs and he loves them), and you can also shop for movie night snacks!
This popcorn is easy, quick, and irresistible. When I served it to my kids, they swarmed around it like the cute little vultures they are. It disappeared!
All you need is microwave kettle corn, blue and yellow jelly beans, honey roasted cashews, and some yellow candy melts. Four ingredients and you’re good to go! When you serve this yellow-coated popcorn with the Minions movie, it’s bound to be a night everyone will remember. Plus, all the kids get to stay up late. They love that.
You can even make the popcorn with your kids. I’m pretty sure that they’ll snag a jelly bean or two while you’re mixing everything together, but that’s to be expected. Hey, it’s part of what makes this popcorn fantastic. Kids love eating the food they make themselves!
Now that we’re all set for movie night, it’s time for me to sit back and relax and eat popcorn with my kids while we all laugh together. The best part is, Target is offering a $5 gift card with purchase of the MetalPak edition of the Minions movie, so now I get to go and spend it on something for me. Will I go for candy or lip gloss? Decisions, decisions. But I’ll worry about that later. For now, it’s showtime. And if you have movie night snack ideas, be sure to share them in the comments below!
Ingredients
1 bag microwave sweet and salty kettle corn (I used Market Pantry brand)
1/2 bag yellow candy melts
1 cup honey roasted cashews (I used Archer Farms brand)
1/2 cup blue and yellow jelly beans
Instructions
- Make the popcorn according to package directions. Pour it in a bowl. Set aside.
- Melt the yellow candy melts according to package directions. Pour them into the popcorn and mix thoroughly.
- Place a piece of parchment paper or waxed paper on the counter. Spread the coated popcorn over the surface to dry.
- When the popcorn is dry and the coating is set, place it into a bowl and toss with the honey roasted cashews and jelly beans.
- Serve and enjoy!
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I love minions! I bet kids will go crazy over this popcorn!
Manali @ CookWithManali recently posted…Eggless Kaju Pista Cookies (Cashew Pistachio Cookies)
My kids tore it apart, Manali!
How fun is this! I never would have thought to add jelly beans to popcorn, but I am all for mixing it up and trying new things, especially when it comes to popcorn.
I have still never seen Minions.
You need to see it, Dannii! Those little guys are so funny!
Movie nights are the best, especially when popcorn is involved! Minions and this tasty snack sound like a perfect Friday night to me!
Gayle @ Pumpkin ‘N Spice recently posted…The Ultimate Foodie Holiday Gift Guide
I need a movie night, Gayle!
Party popcorn!! I don’t know what it is, but I’ve been on a serious popcorn kick lately. I need to get a batch of this party popcorn going…and I could definitely use a movie night here, too! 🙂
David @ Spiced recently posted…Coconut Cranberry Pound Cake
I can’t resist the whole sweet/salty contrast. That’s what makes popcorn where it’s at, David. Plus movie nights are a must for parents who can’t leave the house!
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Amy recently posted…Chili Sauce # 3
Ha!!
Cute cute cute cute cute! So fun and festive!!
annie@ciaochowbambina recently posted…Amaretti & Nutella Sandwich Cookies
Thanks, Annie! I love these cute little guys!
That popcorn looks like so much fun! It is a great addition to movie night , and the colors are perfect for the Minions movie! #client
Michelle recently posted…Tomato Basil Bisque {In 30 Minutes}
Thanks, Michelle! Every movie night deserves good popcorn!
Oh yum, popcorn with jelly beans!
Aria recently posted…Kitten Cuddles
I know, right? Two happy things together!
I love the Minions! This is such creative popcorn!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust recently posted…Kit Kat Muddy Buddies
They’re so cute!!
Oh my gosh, this is the perfect intersection of sweet and salty! And what a fun addition to movie night! I might have to make this for our (adults only!) annual viewing of Love Actually. 🙂
Kate @ Framed Cooks recently posted…Chocolate Chip Coffee Shortbread
I pretty much LOVE Love Actually, Kate. I swear I’d crash your party if I lived near enough!