Pepperoni Pizza Popcorn
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Pepperoni Pizza Popcorn
Description
Pepperoni Pizza Popcorn begins with freshly popped popcorn evenly spread on a baking sheet. A clarified butter blend mixed with grated Parmesan, dried oregano, and garlic powder is drizzled over the popcorn and mixed to evenly distribute the pizza-inspired seasoning. Next, shredded mozzarella cheese and mini pepperoni slices are sprinkled on top before baking briefly at 375°F just until the cheese melts.
The clarified butter provides a pure, rich fat that helps the seasoning stick and evenly coat the popcorn without the milk solids. The baked mozzarella melts to create a gooey, cheesy layer that complements the pepperoni's savory, spiced flavor. The result is a crunchy, cheesy snack with familiar pizza herb and garlic notes.
This snack is best enjoyed warm right from the oven. It offers a playful way to enjoy classic pizza flavors in a portable, shareable form alternative to a slice. The crunchy popcorn base contrasts with the melted cheese and chewy pepperoni.
Ingredients
- ½ cup popcorn kernels
- ⅓ cup clarified butter *see notes
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese grated
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese or to taste, shredded
- ¼ cup mini pepperoni
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Pop popcorn in an air popper or using your preferred method. Spread on a large rimmed baking sheet.
- Mix the butter with parmesan, oregano, garlic powder. Drizzle over popcorn and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle popcorn with mozzarella and pepperoni. Bake 7-9 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- To clarify butter quickly, melt butter cubes in a microwave-safe bowl on medium power, letting it separate before skimming off foam and using the clear butterfat only.
- Use clarified butter for better coating and flavor without milk solids burning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 145 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 145 | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 273mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 91mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 87IU | 2% |
| Calcium | 169mg | 17% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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