**Savory and Sweet: A Unique Popcorn Experience**
Popcorn, a timeless snack enjoyed by people of all ages, takes on a delightful twist with the combination of sweet and salty flavors. This extraordinary popcorn journey begins with a classic caramel corn recipe, transforming ordinary popcorn into a delectable treat. The sweetness of the caramel pairs perfectly with the salty crunch of the popcorn, creating an irresistible combination.
For those seeking a more adventurous flavor profile, the article ventures into the realm of spicy popcorn. A blend of chili powder, cayenne pepper, and paprika ignites the taste buds with a fiery kick, while a drizzle of honey provides a touch of sweetness to balance the heat.
The culinary exploration continues with a sweet and tangy popcorn variation. A zesty combination of lemon zest and sugar creates a vibrant flavor profile, reminiscent of a refreshing lemonade on a hot summer day.
Finally, the article concludes with a recipe for cookies and cream popcorn. White chocolate chips and crushed Oreo cookies elevate the popcorn experience, delivering a delightful combination of creamy sweetness and crunchy texture.
Each recipe included in this article offers a unique and tantalizing taste sensation, catering to diverse preferences and palates. Whether you crave a classic caramel treat, a spicy thrill, a tangy zest, or a sweet and creamy indulgence, these popcorn recipes promise an unforgettable culinary adventure.
SWEET, SPICY, AND SALTY POPCORN
This popcorn is a family favorite, giving you an explosion of flavor with every bite. It is easy to adjust depending on taste preferences. Amounts are flexible depending on what you like such as adding more salt, cayenne, or honey. Make sure to keep some napkins handy.
Provided by Bronwyn Jo
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Popcorn Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix cinnamon, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and allspice together in a bowl.
- Stir butter and honey together in a separate bowl until evenly mixed. Add cinnamon mixture with butter mixture and mix well.
- Place popcorn in a bowl and pour butter mixture over popcorn, flipping often to evenly coat each piece.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.1 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 156.1 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
SWEET 'N' SALTY POPCORN
"This popcorn recipe is a family favorite on weekend movie nights, thanks to the classic salty and sweet flavor!" Hilary Kerr, Hawks, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 10 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place popcorn in a large bowl. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt butter; whisk in the pudding mix, corn syrup, vanilla and salt until smooth. , Microwave, uncovered, for 45 seconds or until bubbly. Pour over popcorn; toss to coat. Spread in two 15x10x1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray., Bake at 250° for 25-30 minutes or until crisp, stirring once. Remove popcorn from pans to waxed paper to cool. Break into clusters. Store in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 83mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SWEET AND SALTY WHITE CHOCOLATE POPCORN RECIPE
Provided by Camille
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pour popcorn into a large bowl.
- Mix in the M & M's, pretzels, and peanuts. Spread out on a large jelly roll pan (or cookie sheet).
- Place white chocolate chips and shortening into a microwave-safe bowl.
- Cook for 45 seconds, remove from microwave, and stir. Continue cooking at 25 second intervals, stirring each time, until chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Drizzle chocolate over popcorn mixture and gently mix until most pieces are covered with chocolate.
SWEET AND SALTY POPCORN
For a big crunch that kids will love, try this munchable snack mix from Shirley Engstrom of Genoa, Nebraska. A light sweet coating makes this combination of popcorn, crispy cereal and salty peanuts hard to resist.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 1h25m
Yield about 5-1/2 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large greased roasting pan, combine the popcorn, cereal and peanuts. In a large saucepan, combine brown sugar, corn syrup and butter; bring to a rolling boil. Boil for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Remove from the heat; quickly stir in vanilla and baking soda until mixture is light and foamy. Immediately pour over popcorn mixture; mix well. Bake, uncovered, at 250° for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
SWEET & SALTY MARSHMALLOW POPCORN TREATS
Popcorn balls get sweet, salty and crunchy when you add a little chocolate and then go nuts. -Nina Vilhauer, Mina, South Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield about 5 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the popcorn, peanuts and M&M's. In a large saucepan, combine marshmallows and butter. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Add to popcorn mixture; mix well., When cool enough to handle, shape into 2-in. popcorn balls. Let stand until firm before wrapping in plastic.
Nutrition Facts :
SWEET AND SALTY POPCORN BARK
Provided by Food Network
Time 15m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Line a 9x13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper so it overhangs the edges. Place the chocolate in heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of barely simmering water, stirring occasionally, until melted. Remove from heat. Reserve 1/2 cup melted chocolate, for drizzling.
- Pour remaining chocolate onto prepared baking sheet and spread evenly. Top evenly with popcorn, dried cherries and toffee bits. Drizzle reserved chocolate on top.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chocolate is set. Remove from pan and peel off the parchment paper. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
SWEET & SALTY POPCORN
There's nothing like making memories with grandkids in the kitchen and seeing their excited, happy faces while they help. - Diane Smith, Pine Mountain, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 4 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine popcorn, pretzels, candies and pineapple. In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Pour over popcorn mixture; toss to coat., Immediately spread onto waxed paper; let stand until set. Break into pieces. Store in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 122mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
LOVELY LISA'S SWEET AND SALTY CARAMEL POPCORN
Anyone that has been to the movie theatre with me has tasted popcorn and red licorice together and has appreciated the flavours as much as I have! I am definitely a candy novice, but this recipe is so easy and the results are fantastic! My guy and I have worked together to perfect this recipe and have given it for gifts to all our friends and family this year! Enjoy!
Provided by Lisa Marie
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Popcorn Candy Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper. Measure baking soda and vanilla extract into separate small bowls; set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan; add popcorn, cover, and cook, shaking often, until fully popped, about 5 minutes. Transfer popcorn to a large roasting pan using a strainer or your hands, leaving unpopped kernels in the saucepan. Distribute chopped licorice and broken pretzels evenly over popcorn.
- Bring the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, and cream of tartar to a boil in a heavy pot, stirring constantly. Place a candy thermometer into the caramel mixture, and continue boiling, stirring constantly, until mixture reaches 265 degrees F (129 degrees C), about 10 minutes.
- Remove caramel from heat. Stir vanilla and baking soda into the caramel; it will foam and rise slightly. Pour hot caramel over popcorn mixture, stirring gently to coat evenly. Spread the popcorn mixture loosely onto the prepared baking sheets. Season to taste with sea salt; set aside to cool, about 20 minutes.
- Break popcorn mixture into chunks. Store in airtight bags or containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.8 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 249.2 mg, Sugar 22 g
SPICY, SALTY, SWEET POPCORN
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300F. Lightly butter a large baking sheet with sides; spread popcorn, pistachios and papaya on sheet. Keep warm in oven. Meanwhile, heat sugar in a dry 10-inch heavy skillet over medium heat, stirring with a fork to heat sugar evenly, until it starts to melt, then stop stirring and cook, swirling skillet occasionally so sugar melts evenly, until it is medium amber, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in pepper flakes and ginger. Drizzle sugar mixture evenly over popcorn; toss with a spoon. Bake for 15 minutes, tossing every 5 minutes. Cool on baking sheet; cool and store in a covered container at room temperature up to 4 days.
SWEET AND SALTY POPCORN WITH ORANGE-BLOSSOM HONEY
Provided by Amanda Hesser
Categories project, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Place popcorn and nuts in a large ovenproof bowl, and keep warm in oven. Pour sugar into a small, heavy saucepan and place over medium-low heat. When sugar is melted and a light caramel color, add honey and stir until smooth and liquid. Remove from heat.
- Take popcorn from oven, sprinkle it with salt, and then pour sugar syrup over it. Using a potholder to steady bowl with one hand, stir quickly, using a large fork, to fluff and coat corn. Spread on baking sheet, and let cool. Break into large pieces and eat as a sweet snack. Store in an airtight tin.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 162, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 101 milligrams, Sugar 32 grams
SALTY-SWEET POPCORN
Make and share this Salty-Sweet Popcorn recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Redsie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Coat the popcorn: Combine the popcorn with the salt in a large bowl. Combine the butter and sugar in a small bowl and stir together. Drizzle over the popcorn, tossing to coat.
- Serve or store in an airtight container for up to 1 day.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.1, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 388.8, Carbohydrate 7.1, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.9, Protein 1.1
Tips:
- Use a large pot or Dutch oven to pop the popcorn so that it has plenty of room to expand.
- Do not overcrowd the pot with popcorn kernels or they will not pop properly.
- Use a combination of coconut oil and butter to add flavor and richness to the popcorn.
- Be careful not to burn the popcorn. Keep an eye on it and shake the pot regularly.
- Once the popcorn is popped, remove it from the heat and transfer it to a large bowl.
- Drizzle the melted butter and coconut oil mixture over the popcorn and toss to coat.
- Sprinkle the popcorn with salt and sugar to taste.
- Add your favorite toppings, such as melted chocolate, chopped nuts, or dried fruit.
- Enjoy your sweet and salty popcorn immediately!
Conclusion:
Sweet and salty popcorn is a delicious and easy snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great treat to make for parties, movie nights, or just a snack to enjoy at home. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a batch of sweet and salty popcorn that is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a sweet and salty snack, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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