Description
Festive Christmas Popcorn blends sweet and salty holiday magic into one irresistible snack. Chocolate drizzles, sprinkles, and seasonal candies create a delightful treat you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) popcorn kernels
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) light brown sugar
Flavoring and Spices:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) cinnamon
Toppings and Decorations:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) white chocolate chips
- Red and green sprinkles
Instructions
- Transform popcorn kernels into a crisp canvas by heating coconut oil in a large pot over medium temperature. Agitate the pot gently as kernels dance and burst, creating a fluffy white landscape. Transfer the freshly popped corn into a spacious mixing vessel.
- Craft a luxurious caramel essence by melting butter in a saucepan over gentle heat. Incorporate brown sugar, maple syrup, and a whisper of salt, stirring until a silky mixture emerges. Allow the liquid to bubble and simmer for four minutes without disruption, creating a rich, amber nectar.
- Elevate the popcorn by cascading the warm caramel sauce across the kernels, ensuring each piece receives a glistening coating. Carefully distribute the glazed popcorn onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, creating an even layer.
- Preheat the oven to a precise 300°F, transforming the caramel-coated popcorn through gentle roasting. Midway through the 15-minute process, tenderly rotate the mixture to guarantee uniform caramelization.
- While the popcorn radiates warmth, liberally scatter cranberries, pecans, and white chocolate chips across the surface. Dust with festive sprinkles to capture the holiday spirit, creating a visually stunning and textural masterpiece.
- Allow the creation to rest and solidify completely, permitting the caramel and chocolate to set into a harmonious, crunchy confection perfect for seasonal celebrations.
Notes
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot with a lid to prevent burning and ensure even popping of kernels.
- Gently shake the pot during popping to prevent kernels from burning and distribute heat evenly.
- Drizzle caramel sauce gradually while stirring to achieve a uniform coating on the popcorn.
- Spread popcorn in a single layer on the baking sheet for crispy, well-baked texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg