Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon light corn syrup or honey
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons colorful circus sprinkles
- Optional drizzle: melted white chocolate or caramel
Instructions
- Pop kernels in a large pot with oil over medium heat, shaking until popping slows.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter with corn syrup and a pinch of salt; drizzle over popcorn and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle with candy sprinkles; toss again until evenly distributed.
- Optional: drizzle with melted white chocolate or caramel for extra sweetness; spread on a sheet to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh kernels for maximum pop.
- Season to taste; add more salt or cinnamon sugar for variety.
- Let it cool a few minutes before serving to avoid sogginess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 60 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
