Honey and Orange Popcorn
Transform your snack game with this Honey and Orange Popcorn recipe—an irresistible fusion of sweet, citrusy, and salty flavors! Perfectly popped kernels are coated in a warm glaze made from golden honey, fragrant orange zest, a hint of vanilla extract, and a touch of sea salt for the ultimate balance of flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy popcorn recipe is a crowd-pleasing treat, ideal for movie nights, party snacks, or a wholesome dessert alternative. Plus, it uses simple pantry staples and can be stored in an airtight container for a next-day treat. Bring a burst of sunshine to your snack bowl with this zesty, honey-infused delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil (or any neutral oil)
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and add the coconut oil.
Place 2 or 3 popcorn kernels in the pot to test the heat. When they pop, add the remaining popcorn kernels and cover the pot with a lid.
Shake the pot occasionally to ensure even popping and to prevent the kernels from burning. Once the popping slows to 2-3 seconds between pops, remove the pot from the heat.
Transfer the popped popcorn to a large mixing bowl and set aside.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, orange zest, sea salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until the honey is warmed through and the ingredients are well mixed (about 1-2 minutes). Remove from heat.
Drizzle the honey and orange mixture over the popcorn while tossing gently to coat evenly.
Let the popcorn cool for a minute or two to allow the coating to set.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 1 day for maximum freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
818 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.0 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.9 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1173 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.7 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.3 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 399 mg | 8% | |
*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.
