Choose a Colour Popcorn Treat
Brighten up snack time with this irresistible *Choose a Colour Popcorn Treat*! Perfect for parties, movie nights, or festive occasions, this easy recipe transforms classic popcorn into a vibrant, sweet treat bursting with flavor and personality. Made with just a few pantry staples like popcorn kernels, butter, sugar, and a dash of your chosen food coloring, this customizable recipe lets you pick any hue to match your theme or mood. A silky, candy-like coating infused with vanilla adds a delightful crunch with every bite. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this colorful popcorn is as fun to make as it is to eat. Serve it up as a playful dessert or a creative addition to your snack table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 dash Gel or liquid food coloring (color of your choice)
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the popcorn kernels and cover with a lid.
Once you hear the first kernel pop, shake the pot gently to prevent sticking. Continue cooking until the popping slows to 2-3 seconds between pops, then remove the pot from heat. Set the popcorn aside in a large mixing bowl.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the sugar, light corn syrup, and salt. Heat the mixture, stirring constantly, until it comes to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the sugar mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes without stirring.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a dash (or desired quantity) of food coloring. Mix well to achieve an even color.
Spray a spatula or wooden spoon with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Pour the colored sugar mixture over the popcorn, using the sprayed spatula to toss and coat the popcorn evenly.
Spread the coated popcorn onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Allow it to cool and harden for about 15 minutes.
Break apart any large clumps, serve, and enjoy your colorful popcorn treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1119 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.6 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 153 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.7 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 129.1 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 180 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.
