Chai Popcorn
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Chai Popcorn
Description
Chai Popcorn starts with crunchy air-popped kernels coated with melted coconut oil. The popcorn is then tossed with a mixture of sugar and traditional chai spices—cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, cloves—plus a touch of sea salt to enhance the flavors. This combination delivers a sweet and mildly spiced snack that captures the comforting spice notes often found in chai lattes or pumpkin spice treats.
The method involves popping the corn, drizzling it with coconut oil to help the spice blend stick, and then evenly mixing in the cinnamon-cardamom sugar mixture. This technique ensures the spices and sweetness distribute well, coating each piece without excess moisture that could make the popcorn soggy.
This spiced popcorn works well as a cozy snack during colder months or whenever a sweet-savory treat with aromatic spice is desired. It pairs nicely with tea or coffee and can be enjoyed on its own or shared at casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- ½ cup popcorn kernels
- 2 Tablespoons coconut oil melted
- 3 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg ground
- 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions
- Air-pop the popcorn by your preferred method. Place in a large bowl.
- Drizzle melted coconut oil over the top and mix to coat.
- In a small bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, salt and cloves. Sprinkle over the top of the popcorn and mix well.
Notes
- Use freshly ground spices for a more vibrant chai flavor.
- Ensure popcorn is fully cooled before storing to maintain crispness.
- Toast the spices lightly in a dry pan before mixing with sugar to enhance their aroma, if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 176 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 176kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 293mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 66mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 2IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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