Sweet Pink Popcorn
Transform your next movie night or party into a delightful experience with Sweet Pink Popcorn! This eye-catching treat combines the irresistible crunch of freshly popped popcorn with a luscious, glossy coating of vanilla-infused pink syrup. Made with simple pantry staples like sugar, butter, and a touch of pink food coloring, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweetness and a light salty finish. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this vibrant snack, ideal for themed parties, holiday celebrations, or even a whimsical gift. Plus, its easy preparation ensures you'll have plenty of time to enjoy the fun!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Popcorn kernels
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 drops Pink food coloring
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Pop the popcorn kernels using a stovetop popper, air popper, or microwave. You should end up with about 10-12 cups of popped popcorn. Place the popcorn in a large mixing bowl, removing any unpopped kernels.
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water, and butter over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the butter is melted and the mixture begins to boil.
Once the mixture starts boiling, stop stirring and allow it to boil for 3-4 minutes. The syrup should become slightly thickened but not caramelize.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract, pink food coloring, and salt. Adjust the food coloring as needed to achieve your desired shade of pink.
Quickly pour the syrup over the popcorn, using a large spatula to gently toss and coat the popcorn. Work quickly to distribute the syrup evenly before it hardens.
Spread the coated popcorn onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Use the spatula to separate clusters and ensure even coating.
Let the popcorn cool completely at room temperature until the coating hardens, about 15 minutes.
Once cooled, break the popcorn into pieces if necessary and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1353 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 603 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 274.5 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 201.4 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 344 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.
