Heat oil over medium-high heat in a heavy pan and add 3 popcorn kernels to the oil. Shake the pan every few seconds until the 3 kernels pop.

When popped, add sugar and stir constantly until it is close to being dissolved, about 10 to 15 seconds. Quickly add ½ cup popcorn kernels and cover the lid. Shake the pan five times and let it rest for about 2 seconds. Keep repeating this process until you hear the popping stop.

Immediately pull off the heat and pour into a large bowl. Toss with ¼ tsp salt and if you wish, add ½ tbsp melted butter and drizzle over the top for extra flavor.

Set it to the side to harden and cool.

In a large bowl, add the Chex cereal and the melted chocolate. Stir it until all the Chex cereal is completely coated. Using a large gallon sized Ziploc bag and add the powdered sugar, cocoa, and the gelatin powder. Shake the mix until it is combined and add in the chocolate coated Chex cereal.  Shake it until it is all fully coated.

Now add in your Kettle Corn, Chex Cherry Cocoa Muddy Buddy Mix, your red, white and pink M&M’s, dried cranberries, conversation heart candy. Add as much or as little of each item as you wish and stir to combine.