Description
Seasoned popcorn takes your snacking experience to the next level with its delightful crunch and vibrant flavors. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for movie nights, parties, or casual munching. With every bite, you’ll savor the mouthwatering blend of spices that can be customized to suit any palate—whether you prefer it sweet, spicy, or savory. Gather your friends and family to enjoy this irresistible snack that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika (smoked for added depth)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Gather your tools: a large pot with a lid and a mixing bowl.
- Heat olive oil or butter over medium heat in the pot until melted.
- Add popcorn kernels to the pot, cover slightly ajar to release steam, and listen for popping sounds.
- While popping, mix salt, garlic powder, paprika, and optional Parmesan in a bowl.
- Once popping slows down, remove from heat and pour popcorn into the mixing bowl.
- Sprinkle seasoning mix over popcorn and toss well until evenly coated.
- Serve warm in bowls or enjoy directly from the mixing bowl.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cups (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg