Valentine Popcorn Made with Love 

Valentine’s Day is one of those holidays where color matters just as much as flavor. Pink, red, chocolate, sprinkles—if it looks festive, it feels festive. And when it comes to packaging, PackFreshUSA Pink Stand-Up Pouches (Medium & Large) were practically made for sweet Valentine treats like popcorn.

This year, Mimi’s kitchen was all about popcorn, pink hues, and a little chocolate drizzle magic. Two Valentine-themed popcorn options stole the show—both simple to make, eye-catching in the pouch, and perfect for gifting or selling.

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Strawberry Jello Popcorn (Pretty in Pink + Kid-Approved)

Strawberry Jello Popcorn (Pretty in Pink + Kid-Approved)

Bright, cheerful, and full of Valentine vibes, Strawberry Jello popcorn is one of those treats that feels nostalgic and festive all at once. It’s lightly sweet, fluffy, and turns the perfect shade of pink for gifting.

Ingredients

• 10 cups plain popped popcorn (air-popped works best)

• 1 small box (3 oz) strawberry Jello

• 1/2 cup sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)

• 1/4 cup corn syrup

• 1/4 cup water

• 2 tbsp butter

• Valentine sprinkles (optional)

• Valentine Mini-M&M's

Instructions

1. Pop your popcorn and remove any unpopped kernels. Place popcorn in a large mixing bowl.

2. In a small saucepan, melt butter with water, sugar, and corn syrup over low heat.

3. Sprinkle in the strawberry Jello and stir until fully dissolved and smooth.

4. Drizzle the mixture lightly over the popcorn while gently tossing to coat evenly.

5. Spread popcorn on parchment paper or a baking sheet to cool and set.

6. Add Valentine sprinkles once slightly tacky but not wet.

7. Let fully cool before packaging.

Packaging Tip:
Once cooled, portion into PackFreshUSA 5 mil Pink/Clear Stand-up Pouches (Medium for gifts, Large for sharing) and seal. The pink popcorn + pink pouch combo is instant Valentine magic.

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Freeze-Dried Strawberry White Chocolate Valentine Popcorn

This Valentine popcorn is sweet, a little fancy, and packed with real strawberry flavor. Freeze-dried strawberries give you bold berry taste without adding moisture, while white chocolate, festive candies, and a touch of flaky sea salt make this treat totally gift-worthy.

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup popcorn kernels (air-popped recommended)

• 2 tablespoons coconut oil (for stovetop popping – optional if not air-popping)

• 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips or any melting white chocolate

• ¾ cup pecans or candied pecans, roughly chopped (optional)

• 1 ½ cups freeze-dried strawberries, pulsed into a powder

• Optional upgrade: extra freeze-dried strawberry pieces for texture and visual pop

• ¼ to 1/2 cup red & pink M&M’s

• ¼ cup red & pink jelly beans (optional)

• ¼ cup Valentine sprinkles (or sprinkle to your hearts content)

• 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt

Instructions

1. Pop the Popcorn
   Pop kernels using an air popper or stovetop with coconut oil. Remove any unpopped kernels and place popcorn in a large bowl.

2. Melt the White Chocolate
   Melt white chocolate chips in the microwave in 20–30 second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and creamy.

3. Coat with Strawberry & Chocolate
   Drizzle melted white chocolate over popcorn and gently toss to coat.
   Sprinkle the powdered freeze-dried strawberries over the popcorn and toss again until evenly coated and beautifully pink.

4. Add the Valentine Crunch
   While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle in chopped pecans (if using), extra freeze-dried strawberry pieces (if using), M&M’s, jelly beans, Valentine sprinkles, and flaky sea salt.

5. Set & Break Apart
   Spread popcorn onto parchment paper or a baking sheet. Let set for 20–30 minutes until the chocolate hardens.
   Once set, gently break into clusters.

6. Package & Gift
   Once fully cooled, package in PackFreshUSA Pink/Clear Stand-up Pouches (Medium for gifting, Large for sharing) and seal.

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Mimi Tip

Adding a few extra freeze-dried strawberry chunks gives you more strawberry flavor, better texture, and prettier pops of red in every bag—great for gifting and photos.

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White Chocolate Valentine Pretzels (X’s & O’s)

To round out the Valentine treat lineup, Mimi added pretzels shaped like X’s & O’s, dipped in white chocolate and dressed up in Valentine colors. These little cuties are perfect mixed into the popcorn for extra crunch or packaged separately in small pink stand-up pouches for sweet mini gifts.

They’re fast to make, super festive, and give your Valentine treats that extra “aww” factor—plus, salty + sweet is always a winning combo.

Ingredients

• X & O shaped pretzels

• White chocolate chips or melting wafers

• Red or pink food coloring (or red/pink candy melts)

• Valentine sprinkles

Instructions

1. Melt white chocolate in short microwave intervals, stirring until smooth.

2. Tint the melted chocolate red or pink (or use colored melts).

3. Dip pretzels halfway or fully into the chocolate.

4. Place on parchment paper and immediately sprinkle with Valentine sprinkles.

5. Let set completely before packaging.

Packaging Ideas

• Mix them into the popcorn for sweet + salty Valentine snack bags

• Package separately in small PackFreshUSA Pink Stand-Up Pouches for:

  • Classroom treats

  • Neighbor gifts

  • Party favors

  • Add-on items for Valentine bundles

Mimi Tip:
Add a few of these dipped pretzels right on top of the popcorn in the pouch so they’re the first thing your Valentine sees—instant “ooh!” moment.

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How to Bundle It All for Valentine’s Day

Create a cute Valentine trio:

• Strawberry Jello Popcorn

• Freeze-Dried Strawberry White Chocolate Popcorn

• X’s & O’s White Chocolate Pretzels

Use:

• Small pink pouches for pretzels

• Medium or Large pink pouches for popcorn
  Tie with ribbon or add a simple Valentine tag and you’ve got easy, adorable gifts for classrooms, neighbors, co-workers, pop-ups, or seasonal sales.

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Packaging Tip:
This popcorn looks stunning in PackFreshUSA 5 mil Pink/Clear Stand-up Pouches. The clear front shows off the strawberry bits, white chocolate drizzle, and Valentine colors—perfect for gifting, fundraisers, or small-batch sellers.

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Why Pink Stand-Up Pouches Are Perfect for Valentine Treats

Pink packaging doesn’t just hold the popcorn—it sets the mood.

• Valentine-ready color without needing extra decorations

• Stand-up gusset keeps popcorn full and display-ready

• Resealable zipper = fresh snacks and happy giftees

• Medium & Large sizes work for party favors, gifts, or share bags

• Clear front lets your beautiful popcorn shine

Add a ribbon, a simple Valentine tag, or a handwritten note and these become heartfelt, homemade gifts that look professionally packaged.

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Mimi’s Valentine Thought:
Sometimes the sweetest gifts aren’t expensive—they’re homemade, thoughtful, and shared with love. Pink pouches, popcorn, strawberries, and chocolate… that’s a whole lot of Valentine happiness in one bag.

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be fancy to be meaningful. Sometimes it’s as simple as a bowl of popcorn, a drizzle of chocolate, a few pink sprinkles, and packaging it with love. Whether you’re gifting neighbors, teachers, co-workers, or your favorite people at home, these sweet little bags are Mimi’s way of saying, “I thought of you.”

So tie a ribbon, write a little note, sneak a pretzel or two for yourself (quality control, of course), and share something homemade this Valentine’s Day. Love is in the popcorn… and maybe on Mimi’s purple sweater too. ?

— Love,
Mimi