You'll Love This Easy 2-Ingredient Puff Corn Snack

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Seasonal Sprinkles Are Optional But Fun

This 2-ingredient puff corn snack is dangerously easy to make — and it disappears fast! The best part? You can dress it up for any holiday or season with sprinkles. I had these fun sprinkles for Halloween, red and green for Christmas, or even crushed peppermint (yum!), pink and red for Valentine’s Day… you get the idea! This quick treat is always a hit.

Puff corn snacks are getting my attention lately. The ridiculously fast, easy, puffy, and crunchy snacks are absolutely delicious, and the two-ingredient recipe I'm sharing here is as addictive as crack.

I promise you I have had no experience with illegal drugs, but I admit I have a serious addiction problem with sweet and salty treats of any kind. My willpower meter drops to zero, and I must remove the offending snacks from my home or risk eating an entire batch; it is that tempting!

Maybe it should be called Jezebel Munch or something like that because I am powerless over its whispered message, "It's okay, Betty, just one more little bite..."

What You Will Love About This Puff Corn Snack

You will need just two ingredients to make this snack: a portion of a package of white almond bark and a bag of puffed corn. You can add sprinkles, M&M's, mini chocolate chips, or drizzle it with melted chocolate, if you prefer. To get started, all you need are just those two things.

Almond bark is a magic substance for lazy candy-making. It contains no almonds at all. It turns things like pretzels and cookies into something "delicious-er" than they were before the two met.

It's a vanilla-flavored candy coating that is chocolate-like, but it uses vegetable fats instead of cocoa butter. Some almond bark contains soy and whey, so it is not entirely dairy-free.

Puff corn snacks are fast and easy to make, and it is fairly inexpensive. A batch of puff corn snacks will cost approximately $6.00, excluding sprinkles or add-ins. This recipe will fill a gallon ziplock bag.

What The Heck Is Puff Corn

Puff corn is a snack made from cornmeal that is forced through a narrow tube, a process called extruding, and then baked or fried at a high temperature to make it crisp and light.

The technology for making puff corn has been around for a long time, and over the years, many snacks similar to it have been flavored with cheese and other ingredients, such as cinnamon and caramel.

Puff corn is gluten-free, and unlike popcorn, it has no hulls or unpopped kernels to deal with, making it a bonus for small children or anyone with dental issues.

For this snack, choose plain or butter-flavored puff corn. Chesters brand puff corn is a Frito-Lay product, and it is baked, not fried.

How To Make Puff Corn Snacks

Puff Corn with almond bark is a sweet and salty treat that people can't get enough of. It's easy to make but so hard to stop eating it!

You can buy white almond bark in discs or bars. Bars are typically a 24-ounce block divided into twelve one-ounce blocks. You need eighteen ounces of almond bark to coat a 3.25-ounce bag of puff corn, so you will not need a whole bar.

Empty the popcorn into a large bowl, allowing for plenty of room to stir. Cover a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or waxed paper, and set it aside.

Break the bar into blocks and put them in a microwave-safe bowl to melt. Start with 30-second increments of time and stir between each burst of cooking.

It does not take long until the almond bark is completely melted and ready to pour over the puff corn. Stir it very well until it is completely smooth, and pour it over the puff corn.

You will need a sturdy spoon or a large rubber spatula to mix the melted almond bark with the puff corn. Working quickly, keep stirring until the puff corn is evenly coated, then pour it out onto your prepared pan, spread it out, and add the sprinkles or other toppings immediately so they'll stick before the almond bark sets up.

Allow about thirty minutes for the puff corn snack to cool and harden completely. Then, put it in an airtight container or a sturdy ziplock bag, or simply pour it into a large bowl and watch it disappear right away!

More Questions About Puff Corn Snack

How long does my puff corn snack stay fresh?
Stored in an airtight container at room temperature, puff corn snack stays fresh for about 5–7 days. Keep it away from heat and humidity for the best results.

Can I freeze my puff corn snack?
Yes! Once the coating has fully set, transfer the puff corn snack to an airtight container or freezer bag. It will keep well in the freezer for up to 2 months. To serve, let it sit at room temperature for about 20–30 minutes — it will remain crisp and delicious.

Can I use popcorn instead of puff corn?
You can, but it’s not quite the same! Puff corn has a lighter, melt-in-your-mouth texture, while popcorn has hulls and kernels that can get chewy under the coating. For the classic result, stick with puff corn.

What holidays or occasions work best for this snack?
Every season! Swap the sprinkles to fit the occasion:

• 🎃 Orange & black for Halloween
• 🎄 Red & green for Christmas
• 💘 Pink & red for Valentine’s Day
• 🐣 Pastels for Easter
• 💙 Red, white & blue for 4th of July
• 🍁 Browns, golds, and orange for Thanksgiving

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Yield: 12 servings

2-Ingredient Puff Corn Snack With Almond Bark

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An easy two-ingredient using puff corn and almond bark to make a delightful sweet and salty snack.

Prep Time 2 minutes

Cook Time 3 minutes

Total Time 3 minutes

Ingredients

• One 3.25-ounce bag of plain or butter puff corn
• 18 ounces of white almond bark
• Sprinkles or other toppings, optional

Instructions

1. Cover a rimmed baking sheet with waxed or parchment paper and set aside.
2. Put the puffcorn in a large bowl and set aside.
3. Break the almond bark into pieces and melt in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between bursts.
4. Stir the almond bark thoroughly until it is completely smooth, then pour it over the puff corn.
5. Use a sturdy spoon or a large rubber spatula to stir the two together until the puff corn is entirely coated.
6. Pour the mixture onto the prepared pan and spread it out.
7. Working quickly, sprinkle with desired toppings before the almond bark sets up.
8. Allow the snack to cool completely, then break into pieces to serve or put in a ziplock bag or air-tight storage container.

The holiday season is approaching quickly, and soon we'll be gathering with friends and family to joyfully snack together! Here are some other wonderful, easy snacks I know you will enjoy, too! Chocolate Chex Caramel Crunch. You'll also love Easy Puff Corn, Cinnamon Sugar Fried Cheerios, and this Quick Autumn Snack Mix!

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