Cheese Garlic Popcorn
Get ready to elevate your snacking game with this irresistible Cheese Garlic Popcorn recipe! Bursting with bold flavors, this quick and easy snack combines the nutty richness of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, the savory punch of garlic powder, and the buttery crunch of perfectly popped kernels. Made in just 15 minutes with simple pantry staples like popcorn kernels, unsalted butter, and olive oil, this recipe is perfect for movie nights, casual gatherings, or satisfying late-night cravings. The fragrant garlic butter coats every bite, while a sprinkle of cheese adds a gourmet twist to this crowd-pleasing treat. Serve it warm for the ultimate savory indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Popcorn kernels
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil or vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot with a lid, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil (or vegetable oil) over medium heat.
Add 2-3 popcorn kernels to the pot and cover. Once the kernels pop, remove the popped kernels and add the remaining 1/2 cup of popcorn kernels to the pot.
Cover the pot again and shake it gently to coat the kernels in oil. Allow the kernels to pop, shaking the pot occasionally to prevent burning. Once the popping slows to about 2 seconds between pops, remove the pot from the heat and transfer the popcorn to a large mixing bowl.
In a small saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat. Stir in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Mix well and remove from heat.
Drizzle the garlic butter evenly over the prepared popcorn while gently tossing to coat all the kernels.
Sprinkle 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the buttered popcorn and toss again to distribute the cheese evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more cheese or salt to your liking.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Cheese Garlic Popcorn while it's warm and fresh!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
822 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.3 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.1 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 113 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 1532 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 14.8 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 199 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
