Imagine a snack that transforms ordinary popcorn into a mouthwatering celebration of flavors - sweet, tangy, and warmly spiced! This Cran Apple Cinnamon Popcorn isn't just a treat; it's an experience that will make your taste buds dance and your guests beg for the recipe. Perfect for movie nights, parties, or when you simply want to elevate your snacking game, this quick and easy recipe combines the crunch of popcorn with the festive warmth of cinnamon and the bright, fruity notes of cranberries and apple chips.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 8 cups popped popcorn
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup apple chips
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. Measure out 8 cups of popped popcorn, 1/2 cup of dried cranberries, and 1/2 cup of apple chips. Set these aside in a large mixing bowl.
- In a small saucepan, melt 1/4 cup of butter over low heat. Make sure to keep an eye on it to prevent burning. Once melted, remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
- While the butter is cooling, sprinkle 1 tsp of cinnamon over the popcorn in the mixing bowl. This will add a warm, spicy flavor to your popcorn.
- Next, add the dried cranberries and apple chips to the bowl with the popcorn. Gently toss all the ingredients together to ensure that the cinnamon, cranberries, and apple chips are evenly distributed throughout the popcorn.
- Once the butter has cooled slightly, drizzle it over the popcorn mixture. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to gently fold the popcorn, cranberries, apple chips, and butter together, ensuring that everything is well coated.
- After mixing, taste the popcorn and adjust the seasoning if necessary. If you'd like more cinnamon flavor, feel free to add a pinch more and mix again.
- Transfer the Party Popcorn to a large serving bowl or individual snack bags for easy serving. This recipe yields 8 servings, perfect for sharing at your next gathering!
- Enjoy your delicious and festive Cran Apple Cinnamon Popcorn, and feel free to customize it with additional toppings like nuts or chocolate if desired!
Tips
- Use freshly popped, still-warm popcorn for the best texture and flavor absorption.
- Let melted butter cool slightly before drizzling to prevent soggy popcorn.
- For extra crispiness, spread the popcorn on a baking sheet and toast in a low-temperature oven (200°F) for 5-10 minutes after mixing.
- Experiment with different dried fruits or nuts to customize your mix.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain crunchiness for up to 2-3 days.
- For a healthier version, consider using coconut oil instead of butter.
- Make sure to gently fold ingredients to prevent breaking the popcorn into small pieces.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 20mg
