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, occasion, or season with sprinkles. This quick treat is always a hit.
Puff corn snacks are getting my attention lately. Seriously, two ingredients plus sprinkles, and no more than five minutes to make? Sign me up! All you need is a bag of puff corn, white almond bark, and sprinkles of your choice.
This ridiculously fast, easy, creamy, and crunchy snack is absolutely delicious, and the two-ingredient recipe I'm sharing here is positively addictive. When there is a bowl of this snack in front of me, my willpower meter drops to zero.
Looking for more super-easy snacks? Try these! Easy Caramel Puff Corn, Chocolate Chex Caramel Crunch, Sweet & Salty Peanut Butter Frito Bars, and a savory one: Brown Butter Snack Mix.
You will need just two ingredients to make this snack: a portion of a white almond bark package 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 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, chocolate-like candy coating that 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, easy to make, and 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.
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 similar snacks 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. Chester's brand puff corn is a Frito-Lay product and is baked, not fried.
Puff Corn with almond bark is a sweet-and-salty treat 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 disc or bar form. Bars are typically 24-ounce blocks divided into 12 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 puff corn into a large bowl, leaving 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 and stir between each burst of cooking.
It does not take long for the almond bark to completely melt and be ready to pour over the puff corn. Stir it well until completely smooth, then 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. Break it into smaller pieces, 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!
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:
An easy two-ingredient using puff corn and almond bark to make a delightful sweet and salty snack.
Almond bark puff corn is one of those easy, dependable treats that’s worth keeping on hand for sharing, gifting, or making a little something sweet now and then. This easy, sweet snack is perfect for Easter baskets, spring parties, movie nights, classroom treats, or setting out on a dessert table.
Here are a few of my personal, easy favorites:
Layered Lemon Dessert - An impressive-looking no-bake 4-layer lemon dessert with a crunchy crust and layers of sweetened cream cheese, pudding, and whipped topping. It's garnished with cookie crumbs. Easy to make ahead.
Pistachio Fluff - This fluff is also known as Watergate Salad. It's a quick and easy recipe with instant pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, whipped topping, miniature marshmallows, and chopped nuts. Serve it as a salad or a dessert; the choice is yours!
Easy Spring Sugar Cookie Bars - Delicious buttery sugar cookie bars are thick, chewy, and topped with amazing buttercream frosting.
Cool Whip Cookies - A light, crisp, chewy cookie that's crinkled, cute, and a snap to make with any flavor of cake mix.
Strawberry Pretzel Dessert Cups - Make these easy grab-and-go dessert cups with all the flavors of the classic. Crunchy, sweet, and salty pretzels topped with cream cheese fluff and fresh strawberries in pie filling—no Jello and no waiting to set.
Pistachio Dessert - This easy no-bake dessert starts with a Ritz cracker crust, topped with a creamy blend of ice cream, milk, and pistachio pudding, then finished with whipped topping and crushed Butterfinger candy.
Whether you’re heading to a potluck, hosting brunch, or just want something sweet tucked in the fridge, these are always a good idea.
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Would Old Dutch popcorn twists work for this ?
P{robably if there aren't any hulls. I am not familiar with the product- is it puff corn or popcorn?
How do you make it so it's peppermint flavored?
Wow! What a fun idea!! You could use peppermint extract and/or crushed peppermint candy- which is now available where you find chcoclate chips in the grocery store! I want to see it when you'rere done!!
This is what we call "Angel Poop". You can use only the two ingredients listed, or you can add mix-ins, such as nuts, candy pieces, cereal pieces (we used chocolate pebbles, fruity pebbles, flavored Cheerios, really anything you like), or anything you want. We love it!!!
Oh funny, funny! I didn't even know angels did!! I'll try that next time- I mean the add-ins. I have two bags just waiting for an occasion!! Thanks for taking the time to comment!
This puff corn snack sounds amazing and so easy to make! I love the simplicity of just two ingredients. Can’t wait to try it for my next movie night! Thanks for sharing!
Honestly, nothing this easy should taste this good but it does!! Thanks for taking time to say hi! Have a great day!!
This puff corn snack looks so delicious and super easy to make! I love that it only requires two ingredients. Can't wait to try it out for my next movie night! Thanks for sharing!
This puff corn snack looks incredibly easy and delicious! I can't believe it only takes two ingredients. I can't wait to try making it for movie night! Thanks for the recipe!
I hadn't thought about that yummy snack in a bit and you inspired me! I'm going to make it for the holiday weekend with red, white, and blue sprinkles! It's TOO good!!
This recipe is so simple and sounds delicious! I love that it only requires two ingredients. I can't wait to try making this for movie night. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you, yep, I'm going to make it with red white and blue sprinkles for the Fourth!
This puff corn snack looks so simple and delicious! I can’t wait to try it out for movie night. Thanks for sharing such an easy recipe!
Sounds like a perfect time to make it!
This puff corn snack sounds like a perfect treat for movie nights! I love how simple the ingredients are. Can’t wait to try it out!
Yes! Thanks for taking time to comment- it's pretty good stuff!
This puff corn snack sounds so simple and delicious! I can't wait to try making it for our movie night. Thanks for sharing such an easy recipe!
Thanks! I hope you make it and enjoy it- vary the sprinkles for the season and make it even more fun.
This puff corn snack looks absolutely amazing! I love how simple the recipe is with just two ingredients. Can't wait to try it out for movie night – thanks for sharing!
Thank you for taking time to comment! Yes, it is pretty tasty and by varying the sprinkles you use, you can make it festive for any occasion!
This puff corn snack sounds delicious and so simple to make! I can't wait to try it out for movie night. Thanks for sharing such a fun recipe!
Thank you for taking time to comment and Merry Christmas to you and all yes this is a fast easy and very tasty snack perfect for movie night!