Want a holiday snack that’s as cute as it is crunchy? These Snowman Popcorn Cups are fun to make, perfect for kids to help assemble, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at holiday movie nights, classroom parties, or Secret Santa exchanges.
Made with Dell Cove® Snowman Kisses® popcorn kernels, these little snowmen are light, fluffy, and impossible not to smile at.
Here’s How: To make Snowman Popcorn Cups, decorate clear plastic cups with edible snowman faces, tie on blue ribbon scarves, then fill with fluffy Dell Cove® Snowman Kisses® popcorn. They’re a festive, kid-friendly snack and stocking stuffer idea.
Make holiday snacking magical with these Snowman Popcorn Cups! Clear cups decorated as snowmen are filled with fluffy Dell Cove® Snowman Kisses® popcorn. A festive, kid-friendly snack that doubles as a holiday craft, perfect for Christmas parties, stocking stuffers, or family movie nights.
Make a big batch of Snowman Kisses® kernels using your preferred method: stovetop, air popper, or microwave popcorn popper. If you need directions for popping your kernels, please see our popping guide here.
Once the popcorn is popped, let it cool slightly.
Step 2: Prep your cups
Tie a ribbon or crepe paper “scarf” around each cup and secure with a simple knot or bow.
You can add a small dab of chocolate, frosting or your edible glue to the cup, to keep the ribbon in place
Step 3: Add the snowman faces
Dab a tiny bit of frosting or melted chocolate on the outside of the cup and press on sprinkles for eyes and smile.
Cut your orange candy into small triangles. Add another dab of frosting or melted chocolate (I’d use white chocolate for this), and press the candy triangle “carrot nose” onto the cup.
The noses can be small and skinny, or wide and fat. It’s totally your choice.
Step 4: Fill with popcorn
Scoop popped popcorn into each cup until mounded over the top.
At this point, you can sprinkle on seasonings or a pinch of salt (if you like). But plain is fine, because the popcorn is so tasty.
Step 5: Serve + share
Arrange your snowman cups on a cake stand or tray, and watch them disappear faster than the real Frosty on a warm day.
Recipe Note
Serving Ideas
Serve at classroom holiday parties or family Christmas gatherings.
Wrap in clear bags, then tuck individual cups into gift baskets as edible surprises.
Arrange on a cake stand or tray as both décor and snack for movie nights.
FAQ
Q: How far ahead can I make these? A: Assemble up to 24 hours before serving. Store filled cups in an airtight container or wrap tray tightly with plastic wrap.
Q: What if I don’t have ribbon? A: Crepe paper, washi tape, or even colorful yarn makes a perfect “snowman scarf.”
Q: Do I need glue for the faces? A: No — edible glue, frosting, or melted chocolate works just as well, and keeps the project food-safe.
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