Best 4 Easy Cheesy Popcorn Recipes

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Introducing a delightful culinary creation that combines the irresistible flavors of cheese and popcorn with a touch of garlic and herb seasoning: Cheesy Garlic Herb Popcorn. This tantalizing snack is sure to elevate your movie nights, game days, or any occasion that calls for a delectable treat.

This easy-to-make snack features three distinct variations, each offering a unique flavor profile to suit your taste preferences. The Classic Cheesy Garlic Herb Popcorn delivers a harmonious blend of sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, garlic, and herb seasoning, resulting in a savory explosion in every bite.

For those who prefer a bit of a kick, the Spicy Cheesy Garlic Herb Popcorn incorporates a dash of cayenne pepper, adding a subtle warmth that complements the cheesy flavors perfectly. And for those with a sweet tooth, the Sweet & Spicy Cheesy Garlic Herb Popcorn combines the savory notes of cheese and garlic with a touch of brown sugar, creating a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors.

No matter your preference, these cheesy popcorn variations are guaranteed to satisfy your cravings. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can enjoy a cinematic experience right at home, accompanied by the irresistible aroma and taste of Cheesy Garlic Herb Popcorn.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CHEESY POPCORN



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Anyone want popcorn? For those of you who love popcorn but find most of the store-bought types aren't cheesy enough, just use this recipe! Easy to make, but delicious, too!

Provided by animal_luver

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 tablespoon cheese popcorn seasoning
1 tablespoon I Can't Believe It's Not Butter® Spread
1 (3 1/3 ounce) package microwave popcorn

Steps:

  • Pop the popcorn. It can be any brand, just as long as it's plain buttered, and not anything fancy like kettle popcorn or extra cheesy popcorn.
  • When the popcorn is ready, carefully take it out of the microwave and pour it into a bowl. Spray the spray butter onto the popcorn, then shake and repeat.
  • After you've sprayed the butter on - after shaking the bowl, spraying on, and repeating - sprinkle the cheese popcorn seasoning onto the popcorn. Then shake and repeat again.
  • If the cheese isn't sticking, repeat the shaking and spraying step.
  • Enjoy! You can also use Parmesan cheese, powdered salad dressing mix, etc. Experiment with your flavors! Just remember the spray butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 3.7, Carbohydrate 36.4, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 0.4, Protein 6

CHEESY POPCORN



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup popping corn kernels
3 tablespoons melted butter
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Heat oil in deep pot over medium high heat. Add corn. Cover pot and pop the corn, shaking pan often. Remove from heat. Drizzle with melted butter. Sprinkle cheese evenly over hot corn. Serve.

CHEDDAR CHEESE POPCORN



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Provided by Food Network

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons melted butter
1/4 cup Cheddar cheese powder, plus 1 tablespoon
1/4 teaspoon mustard powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 cups popped popcorn
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the butter, Cheddar cheese powder, mustard powder, cayenne pepper and the popcorn. Season with salt and pepper, to taste and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

CHEESE POPCORN SNACK



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"These great snack reminds me of my high school days," comments Denise Baumert of Dalhart, Texas. "My sisters and girlfriends and I would stay up late, listen to music, talk and munch this crunchy treat."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 quarts plain popped popcorn
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Place popcorn in two 13x9-in. baking pans. Drizzle with melted butter. Combine garlic salt and onion salt; sprinkle over popcorn. Top with cheese. Bake at 300° for 5-10 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh popcorn kernels for the best flavor and texture.
  • Add some oil or butter to the popcorn kernels before popping to help them pop evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the popcorn kernels in the pot or they won't pop properly.
  • Shake the pot or pan constantly while the popcorn is popping to ensure that all the kernels pop evenly.
  • Remove the popcorn from the heat as soon as it stops popping to prevent it from burning.
  • Season the popcorn with salt, pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, or any other desired spices.
  • Drizzle the popcorn with melted butter, olive oil, or truffle oil for added flavor.
  • Garnish the popcorn with grated Parmesan cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped nuts, or fresh herbs.
  • Serve the popcorn immediately while it's still warm and crispy.

Conclusion:

Easy cheesy popcorn is a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can create a batch of cheesy popcorn that is perfect for movie night, game day, or any other occasion. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying snack, give easy cheesy popcorn a try!

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