Upgrade your Netflix-and-chill game with this addictively delicious Maple Cinnamon Popcorn recipe, featuring a blend of sweet & salty flavours and a festive touch.
Make the microwave popcorn according to package instructions.
Melt butter/margarine in a small pot over medium heat. Stir in the maple syrup and bring to a boil.
Add the brown sugar. Let the mixture bubble for 3-4 minutes.
Remove from heat. Stir in cinnamon powder and vanilla extract.
Transfer popcorn into a large mixing bowl. Slowly pour in the hot syrup mixture, stirring at the same time to coat the popcorn.
Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt into the popcorn mixture and toss to combine.
Preheat oven at 130°C. Transfer popcorn onto a lined baking tray and bake for 30 minutes.
Notes
Microwave popcorn usually comes in a folded packet. Follow the instructions according to the packet. Depending on your microwave, it should typically cook in the microwave in 2 or 2½ minutes.
Listen closely to the popping sounds and stop the microwave when the rapid popping sounds slow down to 2-3 seconds apart.
Baking the popcorn in the oven helps to keep the popcorns crunchy and prevents them from getting soggy. It also crystalises the syrup and creates a lovely glaze over the popcorn.
Keyword Cinnamon, Festive Recipes, Maple Syrup, Movie Snacks, Party Snacks, Popcorn