Sweet and Spicy Popcorn

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Blogger Deborah Harroun of Taste and Tell makes a ballpark favorite with a spicy twist. Learn to make this recipe with our how-to article.

Prep Time

Minutes

Total Time

Minutes

Makes

servings

1/4

cup vegetable oil

1/4

cup sugar

1/2

to 1 teaspoon chili powder, as desired

1/2

cup unpopped popcorn (not microwave popcorn)

In 4-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Stir in sugar and chili powder. Add popcorn, and shake to coat popcorn evenly.
Cover pan, and start shaking back and forth. Keep shaking to prevent popcorn and sugar from burning. After a few minutes, you will hear the popcorn start to pop. Keep shaking until the popping has slowed to once every 2 to 3 seconds. Remove from heat, and immediately pour into large bowl. Cool, stirring occasionally to break up clumps. Serve warm.

Makes 5 servings (about 1 cup each)

You’ll want to make sure your pan is large enough so that the popcorn can move around, preventing burning.

For extra spice, add a dash of cayenne pepper.

Nutrition Information:

1 Serving (1 Serving)

Exchanges: Free*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.