Best 4 Colored Popcorn Recipes

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Indulge in a mesmerizing culinary adventure with our vibrant selection of colored popcorn recipes. These extraordinary treats transform the classic movie night snack into an edible masterpiece. From the enchanting hues of rainbow popcorn to the captivating marbled effect of swirled popcorn, each recipe promises a feast for the eyes and taste buds. Embark on a journey of flavor and color as you explore our collection, ranging from sweet and savory to uniquely seasoned creations. Prepare to elevate your snacking experience and create memories that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Let's dive into the world of colored popcorn and discover the magic it holds.

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COLORED POPCORN



Colored Popcorn image

I've been making this for 30+years. My kids used to look forward to it, especially at holiday time. You can make this any color you want, but for some reason I always did pink (I think it reminded my kids of the packaged "lucky" popcorn). Now my daughter is carrying on the tradition and making it for my grandkids. Recipe comes from an old newspaper clipping. If you plan on storing this, use a zip lock bag or container with a tight fitting lid.

Provided by Sweet PQ

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 2 1/2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 1/2 quarts popped corn (remove unpoppped kernels)
1 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup water
2 -5 drops food coloring (your choice of color & intensity)
3 tablespoons icing sugar

Steps:

  • Put popcorn in a large bowl that you have lightly buttered.
  • Put sugar and water in a small pan and boil to 238* on a candy thermometer (or until it forms a medium ball in cold water), adding the food coloring toward the last of the cooking.
  • Pour over the popcorn & stir evenly, then sprinkle at once with the icing sugar. Make sure you continue stirring until the syrup turns sugary and the kernels separate. Enjoy!

RAINBOW KETTLE CORN RECIPE BY TASTY



Rainbow Kettle Corn Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: sugar, red gel food coloring, orange gel food coloring, yellow gel food coloring, green gel food coloring, blue food coloring, purple gel food coloring, coconut oil, white popcorn kernels, kosher salt

Provided by Rie McClenny

Categories     Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 tablespoons sugar, divided
red gel food coloring
orange gel food coloring
yellow gel food coloring
green gel food coloring
blue food coloring
purple gel food coloring
6 teaspoons coconut oil, divided
12 tablespoons white popcorn kernels, divided, plus 12 kernels
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Divide the sugar evenly between 6 small bowls, 2 tablespoons per bowl.
  • Dye each bowl of sugar a different color by adding 1-2 drops of red, orange, yellow, green, blue and purple food coloring. Stir each bowl with a clean fork until the sugars are sandy in texture. Note: We recommend gel food coloring, as the colors are more stable. Only use 1-2 drops; a little goes a long way.
  • Add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil and 2 popcorn kernels to a medium nonstick saucepan with a lid. Cover and place over medium-high heat. Once the kernels pop, reduce the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of popcorn kernels and 1 bowl of colored sugar. Immediately cover the pan and shake to combine. Cook, shaking the pan constantly to ensure that the sugar doesn't burn, while the popcorn pops. Once the pops are more than 3 seconds apart, remove the pot from heat. Carefully remove the lid away from your body and pour the popcorn onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Evenly sprinkle ¼ teaspoon salt over the hot kettle corn. Let the popcorn cool completely, transfer to a bowl. Repeat with the remaining colors, replacing the parchment paper as needed.
  • Combine all of the popcorn in a large bowl. Toss to distribute the colors evenly. Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 10 grams

COLORFUL POPCORN BALLS



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"These easy-to-make, fruit-flavored snacks are a big hit with our four young sons," relates Mary Kay Morris from Cokato, Minnesota. For extra fun, choose gelatin flavors that match your child's school colors. They're sure to become best-sellers, so it's fortunate this recipe can be doubled.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 4

9 cups popped popcorn
1/4 cup butter
1 package (10 ounces) large marshmallows
6 tablespoons fruit-flavored gelatin (any flavor)

Steps:

  • Place popcorn in a large bowl; set aside. In a saucepan, melt butter and marshmallows over low heat. Stir in gelatin until dissolved. Pour over popcorn and toss to coat. When cool enough to handle, lightly butter hands and quickly shape mixture into balls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 139mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CANDY COATED POPCORN



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I've been looking for this recipe for years, as I'd lost it. It finally dawned on me to go to their website. Direct from the Lorann Candy oil site! All times are approximate as I really don't remember, but I'll be making this over the weekends again.

Provided by podapo

Categories     Candy

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 quarts popped corn
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon lorann gourmet flavoring (any flavor, flavor amount can be increased as desired)
lorann liquid food coloring (as desired)

Steps:

  • Keep freshly-popped corn warm in large baking pan in 200°F oven.
  • Combine sugar, corn syrup, butter, salt and cream of tartar in medium saucepan. Bring to boil, stirring constantly. Cook to 250°F without stirring.
  • Remove from heat. After boiling action ceases, add flavoring and color. Add soda and stir in quickly but thoroughly. Pour at once while foamy over warm popcorn; mix gently to coat corn. Shape into balls or spread onto cookie sheet and break into pieces when cool.

Tips for Making Colored Popcorn:

  • Use high-quality popcorn kernels: Fresh, non-GMO popcorn kernels will pop better and result in a more flavorful snack.
  • Choose your colors wisely: Some colors, such as blue and green, are more difficult to achieve and may require multiple coats of food coloring.
  • Use a light hand with the food coloring: Too much food coloring can overwhelm the flavor of the popcorn.
  • Be patient: It may take some time to get the desired color. Don't be discouraged if your first few batches don't turn out perfectly.
  • Have fun! Experimenting with different colors and flavors is part of the fun of making colored popcorn.

Conclusion:

Colored popcorn is a delicious and festive snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little creativity, you can create popcorn in any color you can imagine. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy snack, give colored popcorn a try!

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