Nacho Popcorn
Transform your movie nights or snack breaks with this bold and irresistible Nacho Popcorn! This quick and easy recipe elevates classic popcorn by coating it in a flavorful blend of nacho cheese powder, smoked paprika, and a medley of savory spices like cumin, garlic, and onion powder. Perfectly popped kernels are drizzled with melted butter before being tossed in the zesty seasoning mix, ensuring every bite is packed with cheesy, smoky goodness. Ready in just 12 minutes, this addictive snack serves four and is a must-try for anyone who loves combining the crunch of popcorn with the crave-worthy flavor of nachos. Ideal for parties, game days, or a cozy night in, this recipe is sure to become a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons Nacho cheese powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 or 3 popcorn kernels to the pot as testers.
Once the tester kernels pop, quickly add the 1/2 cup of popcorn kernels to the pot. Cover with a lid, leaving it slightly ajar to allow steam to escape.
Shake the pot frequently as the popcorn pops to prevent burning. Remove the pot from heat once the popping slows to about 2 seconds between pops.
In a small saucepan or microwave, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together 3 tablespoons of nacho cheese powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Drizzle the melted butter over the freshly popped popcorn, tossing gently to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the nacho seasoning mix over the buttered popcorn, tossing again to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Nacho Popcorn!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
850 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.7 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.5 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 1645 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 82 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 338 mg | 7% | |
*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.
