Low Fat Sweet and Salty Popcorn
Elevate your snack game with this irresistible Low Fat Sweet and Salty Popcorn recipe, perfect for satisfying cravings without guilt! This quick and easy homemade treat combines crunchy air-popped popcorn with the rich flavor of coconut oil, a touch of savory salt, and a drizzle of natural maple syrup for an unbeatable sweet-and-salty balance. Optional ground cinnamon adds a delightful hint of warmth to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this healthier popcorn alternative is ideal for movie nights, midday snacking, or sharing at gatherings. Wholesome, flavorful, and customizable, it’s the ultimate guilt-free indulgence for popcorn lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups Popcorn kernels
- 1 teaspoons Coconut oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1.5 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot with a lid over medium heat.
Add the coconut oil and two popcorn kernels. Cover the pot and wait for the test kernels to pop.
Once the test kernels pop, remove them and add the remaining popcorn kernels to the pot.
Cover the pot with the lid slightly ajar to allow steam to escape and shake the pot occasionally to prevent burning.
Once the popping sound slows to about 2-3 seconds between pops, remove the pot from the heat.
Transfer the popcorn to a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup and salt. If using, add the ground cinnamon and mix well.
Drizzle the maple syrup mixture evenly over the popcorn and toss gently to coat all kernels.
Taste and adjust salt as needed.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low-fat sweet and salty popcorn!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
389 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.1 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1186 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.5 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 167 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.
