Description
Indulge in the festive spirit of Halloween with this Zesty Candy Corn Popcorn. This delightful snack combines fluffy popcorn with sweet candy corn, creating a colorful and irresistible treat that’s perfect for parties or cozy movie nights. With its vibrant appearance and sweet-salty flavor profile, it’s sure to become a favorite among kids and adults alike. Easy to make and fun to share, this candy corn popcorn will elevate your Halloween celebrations!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels (air-popped for best results)
- 1 cup candy corn (fresh)
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn by using an air popper or stovetop method. If using stovetop, heat oil in a pot, add kernels, cover, and shake until popping slows.
- In a bowl, melt the butter in the microwave and mix with salt and food coloring if desired.
- Pour the melted butter over the popped popcorn while tossing gently to coat evenly. Fold in the candy corn carefully.
- Spread the mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes.
- Once cooled, serve in bowls or festive containers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air popping/Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg