Peanut Butter Popcorn Crunch
Get ready to satisfy your sweet and salty cravings with this irresistible Peanut Butter Popcorn Crunch! This easy homemade treat combines freshly popped popcorn with a luscious peanut butter and honey glaze, creating a perfectly crispy coating with a hint of vanilla and a touch of salt. For an extra indulgent twist, optional add-ins like chopped peanuts and mini chocolate chips take the texture and flavor to the next level. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleasing snack is perfect for movie nights, parties, or as a delightful gift. Plus, it’s effortlessly made with pantry staples, making it convenient and budget-friendly. Store leftovers (if you have any!) in an airtight container for up to a week to enjoy the perfect balance of crunch and sweetness anytime.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons peanut butter
- 0.33 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup chopped peanuts (optional)
- 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the vegetable oil and 3 popcorn kernels to the pot. Cover with a lid and wait for the kernels to pop as a test.
Once the test kernels have popped, add the rest of the popcorn kernels to the pot in an even layer. Cover with the lid, leaving it slightly ajar to let steam escape. Shake the pot occasionally to prevent burning. Remove from heat as soon as the popping slows down significantly.
Transfer the freshly popped popcorn to a large mixing bowl, making sure to discard any unpopped kernels.
In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the peanut butter, honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
Pour the peanut butter mixture over the popcorn. Using a spatula, gently toss the popcorn until all pieces are evenly coated.
Optional: Fold in the chopped peanuts and mini chocolate chips for added crunch and sweetness.
Spread the popcorn mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring it is in a single layer. Let cool for 10-15 minutes to allow the coating to set.
Once set, break up any large clusters and serve immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.7 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.1 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 638 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 189.5 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.8 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.5 g | ||
| Protein | 45.5 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1301 mg | 28% | |
*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.
