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Savory Snack Sweet  •  August 28, 2022

Chicago Mix Popcorn

Chicago Mix Popcorn
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Chicago Mix Popcorn

Makes about 2 quarts
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Course Snack
Servings 2 quarts

Equipment

  • 2 Large Bowl
  • Medium pot
  • Baking sheets
  • Small Bowl

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup popcorn kernels popped (about 5-6 cups popped)*
  • ½ stick 4 oz unsalted butter
  • ⅓ cup dark brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ⅛ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ cup cheddar cheese powder**
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/8-1/4 tsp cayenne pepper depending how spicy you’d like it
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter melted

Instructions
 

  • Divide popped popcorn evenly into two large bowls.
  • Next prepare the caramel. In a medium pot, add the 1/2 stick of butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup. Cook over medium heat until sugar is dissolved and the syrup becomes slightly thicker, about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and add in vanilla and 1/2 tsp salt. Add in baking soda and mix vigorously, it will bubble! Immediately pour over one half of the popcorn and mix until fully coated.
  • Transfer caramel corn to a lined baking sheet and let cool completely, at least 30 minutes.
  • Next prepare the cheddar. In a small bowl, whisk cheddar cheese powder, 1/2 tsp salt, paprika and cayenne.
  • Pour 2 Tbsp of melted butter over the second half of popcorn. Mix until coated. Sprinkle with all the cheddar powder mixture and toss to evenly coat.
  • Once caramel popcorn is cooled, mix both flavors together and enjoy! Store in an airtight container.

Notes

*You can also use store bought popcorn, I would just use an unsalted or lightly salted brand
**I bought mine on amazon! Will include the link below (i do receive commission on this)
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