Best Candy Corn Popcorn Bark Easy Party Recipe
A sweet-salty-crunchy bark made with white chocolate, candy corn, and pretzels. This easy, no-bake treat comes together in under 15 minutes and is perfect for Halloween parties, fall gatherings, or any occasion that needs a quick, crowd-pleasing dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (450g) white chocolate chips or melting wafers
- 1 ½ cups (about 225g) candy corn
- 1 cup (about 85g) mini pretzel twists or pretzel sticks
- 1 teaspoon melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons sprinkles or festive decorations (optional)
- ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Line a 13×18-inch baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat, letting the paper extend slightly over the edges for easy removal.
- Place white chocolate chips and 1 teaspoon of coconut oil in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals at 50% power, stirring well after each interval, until mostly melted (about 2 minutes). Stir continuously until smooth and glossy.
- Gently fold in 1 cup of candy corn and ¾ cup of mini pretzels until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer about ¼-inch thick using a rubber spatula.
- While the chocolate is still wet, press the remaining ½ cup of candy corn and ¼ cup of pretzels onto the surface. Add sprinkles or flaky sea salt if desired, gently pressing them in.
- Refrigerate for 30-45 minutes until completely firm, or freeze for 15 minutes (watch carefully to avoid condensation).
- Lift the parchment to remove the bark from the pan. Break into irregular pieces by hand or cut with a sharp knife while cold.
- Serve at room temperature or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Notes
Don’t skip the coconut oil—it stabilizes the white chocolate and gives it a beautiful sheen. Add candy corn in stages to keep some on top for visual contrast. Work quickly once chocolate is melted. This bark tastes even better the next day. For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pretzels. For a dairy-free version, use vegan white chocolate chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce (28g, about
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Protein: 1.5
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