Cheesy Pepperoni Popcorn
Get ready to elevate your snack game with this irresistible Cheesy Pepperoni Popcorn! Perfectly popped kernels are coated in a savory blend of Parmesan, garlic, and oregano-infused butter, then topped with crispy pepperoni strips and gooey melted mozzarella for a flavor-packed treat. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 20 minutes, combines the salty crunch of popcorn with the bold, cheesy flavors of a classic pizza, making it the ultimate movie night munchie or party snack. Serve it warm and watch as this crowd-pleaser disappears in minutes! Keywords like "cheesy popcorn recipe," "pepperoni snack," and "easy popcorn topping ideas" will bring snack lovers straight to this drool-worthy dish.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 cup Pepperoni slices (thinly sliced into strips)
- 1/3 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
In a large pot with a lid, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
Add 2-3 popcorn kernels to the pot and cover it. Once they pop, add the remaining popcorn kernels in a single even layer and cover with the lid.
Gently shake the pot back and forth every 10-15 seconds to prevent the kernels from burning. Continue until the popping slows down to about 2-3 seconds between pops. Remove from the heat and transfer the popcorn to a large mixing bowl.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in the microwave (about 30 seconds). Stir in the garlic powder, dried oregano, and salt.
Drizzle the seasoned butter evenly over the popcorn, tossing gently to coat.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the popcorn, and toss until well coated.
In a small skillet, cook the pepperoni strips over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp. Drain on a paper towel to remove any excess grease.
Add the cooked pepperoni strips and shredded mozzarella cheese to the popcorn. Toss gently to distribute. The heat from the popcorn will slightly melt the mozzarella for a gooey, cheesy texture.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Cheesy Pepperoni Popcorn while it’s warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1248 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.0 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.7 g | 228% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 210 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 2959 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.8 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 37.3 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 606 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 403 mg | 9% | |
*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.
