Popcorn is the perfect blank canvas for creating treats. You can create decadent
concoctions with chocolate and candies or healthy, guilt-free snacks that everyone
can enjoy. Here are some recipes and ideas to get you started, but really, once you
start, your imagination can take over.
When you're done popping, start layering flavors. We find a light misting of olive oil,
(many great infused olive oils are also available) lemon or lime juice, balsamic
vinegar, or even water will help any additional seasonings adhere to the corn.
Try mixing and matching any of these for a healthy snack:
Nutritional Yeast (great
nutty flavor)
Sea salt
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Chili powder
Cumin
Oregano
Rosemary
Melted chocolate or marshmallow is a great way to bind and layer decadent
ingredients with popcorn, or to create popcorn balls, bars, or pops. For a more
traditional binder, boil 1 cup of sugar with 1 cup of corn syrup, then add your other
ingredients toss and form. Or while still warm, roll balls or pops in crushed candies,
coconut, chopped nuts, sprinkles.
Try mixing and matching any of these for a decadent treat:
Chopped candy bars
Chocolate chips
Marshmallows
Salted peanuts
Bacon
Blue cheese crumbles
Reduced balsamic vinegar
(fruit infused is delightful)
Cake mix
Cake or brownie crumbles
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Paprika
Thyme
Celery flakes
Parsley
Crushed red peppers
Black pepper
Lemon, orange, or lime
zest
Cocoa powder
Nuts
Candy pieces or Bite-
sized candies
Hot cocoa mix
Sweetened cereal
Melted chocolate or
Almond bark
Toasted or grated
coconut
Powdered drink mixes
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Basil
Cinnamon
Cloves
Chives
Sugar
Dill
Aged and grated
Parmesan, Provolone, or
Romano cheese
Dry cheese sauce powder
Peanut butter
Cocoa powder
Powdered sugar
Pretzels
Graham cracker pieces
Crushed cookies