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I enjoy preparing snacks that have the perfect balance between salty, sweet and spicy, so thisĀ Mexican Crispy Popcorn Crunch recipe was a must to test my culinary savvy developingĀ recipes for M&M’sĀ® Crispy, a delicious milk chocolate with a crispy riceĀ center.
ThisĀ Mexican Crispy Popcorn Crunch isĀ inspired in my childhood memoriesĀ when I developed the tastebuds for sweet and spicy treats. In Mexico, those that embrace our pre-hispanic roots introduce children at young age to the flavors of hot peppers like “chile piquĆn“. This pepper isĀ prevalent in candy and offered as aĀ condiment for fruits and veggiesĀ for anĀ after school snack.Ā

INGREDIENTS
- 2 cups of fresh popcorn
- 1 cup of peanuts
- 1/2 cup of pepitas or pumpkin seeds
- 1 cup ofĀ M&M’sĀ® Crispy
- 1 cup of melted dark chocolate
- 1 teaspoon of chipotle powder

Preparation time: 30 minutes. Makes 4 cups. You will need a whisk, mixing bowl, a tray and wax paper.
Watch the video or follow these easy steps to prepare theĀ Mexican Crispy Popcorn Crunch recipe:
- Melt the chocolate and whisk, the add the chipotle powder and combine well.
- Place wax paper on a tray and pour the popcorn. Then add the peanuts and spread using your hands.Ā Do the same with the pepitas and the M&M’sĀ® Crispy.
- Drizzle the chipotle chocolate and let the chocolate set for 10 minutes.Ā Serve on a nice bowl or store on a glass container forĀ gifting.
In my Mexican culture we also love dishes that incorporate chocolate and spice like the traditional moleĀ so for me made perfect sense to take those flavor profiles of the sweet and spicy to createĀ my version for Mexican Crispy Popcorn Crunch.

Here in the United States it is very common to receive popcorn crunch as a gift so now instead of that I am going to add to my gourmetĀ gift baskets thisĀ tasty and unique spicy Mexican Crispy Popcorn Crunch with M&M’sĀ® Crispy which is great for canning. In my opinion there’s nothing better than a gift coming out of your own kitchen!

When I shopped at CVS and saw the M&M’sĀ® Crispy are back to popular demand and this was a niceĀ surprise since I was used to enjoy themĀ many years ago when theyĀ made their original debut.Ā

IĀ love the M&M’sĀ® Crispy because of their crunchy texture paired with the chocolate that melts in your mouth. And best of all it is onlyĀ 180 calories per serving, so go ahead, treat yourself while also enjoying a special offer check it out!
And to get into theĀ M&M’sĀ® Crispy state of mind watch this cute video
Have a crispylicious day!
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I’ve never heard of Mexican popcorn but it looks and sounds delicious! I’m going to have to try it soon.
SO pretty and amazing looking. This is a great party snack.
This looks like such an easy and tasty snack! I know my kids would love the sprinkled M&Ms…they are a favorite treat in this house!
Oh my word, this is making my mouth water!!! Que rico para una noche de pelis!!! š ļø
Omg! this popcorn dish looks so yummy and colorful!