Harvest Popcorn
Celebrate the flavors of fall with this irresistible Harvest Popcorn recipe—a perfect blend of sweet, salty, and spiced crunch. Made with freshly popped popcorn, a luscious maple cinnamon glaze, and topped with toasted pumpkin seeds and dried cranberries, this autumn-inspired snack is as festive as it is delicious. The combination of warm ground cinnamon and buttery caramel notes from brown sugar and pure maple syrup creates a cozy, comforting treat ideal for movie nights, holiday gatherings, or snacking on a crisp fall day. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy homemade popcorn recipe is a crowd-pleaser that brings all the seasonal vibes to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and add vegetable oil.
Add the popcorn kernels to the pot and cover with a lid. Shake the pot gently every few seconds to prevent burning.
Allow the popcorn to pop until the popping slows to 2-3 seconds between pops, then remove from heat and pour into a large mixing bowl.
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, and sea salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture becomes slightly thickened and bubbly.
Toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant, then set aside.
Pour the hot maple syrup mixture over the popcorn, tossing to coat thoroughly.
Add the toasted pumpkin seeds and dried cranberries to the popcorn and toss again to evenly distribute.
Spread the coated popcorn onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and allow it to cool and crisp up for about 10 minutes.
Once cooled, transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy your Harvest Popcorn!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.7 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.4 g | 177% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1206 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.5 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 85.1 g | ||
| Protein | 15.8 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 664 mg | 14% | |
*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.
