Pumpkin-Flavored Homemade Microwave Popcorn
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Pumpkin-Flavored Homemade Microwave Popcorn
Description
To make Pumpkin-Flavored Homemade Microwave Popcorn, pecans are toasted until lightly browned to bring out their nutty flavor and then chopped roughly. Popcorn kernels are microwaved inside a folded paper bag to achieve fresh popped corn. Meanwhile, coconut butter, coconut oil, and maple syrup are warmed and combined to create a thick coating that captures the sweetness and richness of pumpkin pie spice added later.
The warm liquid mixture is tossed with the popped popcorn, ensuring each kernel is thoroughly coated. The consistency is somewhat thick, so using hands to rub the mixture into the popcorn helps distribute it evenly. Toasted pecans and vanilla protein powder are mixed in to add crunch and a hint of vanilla flavoring alongside the pumpkin spice.
This snack is indulgent and suited for cooler months or when a seasonal treat is desired. It balances the creamy sweetness of coconut and maple with the warm spices and nutty crunch for a cozy, textured snack experience.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pecans
- 1/4 cup popcorn kernels about 6 1/2 cups popped
- 1/4 cup coconut butter
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 5-6 tablespoons protein powder vanilla
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice
- salt sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Bake the pecans on a small baking sheet until lightly toasted, about 8-10 minutes. Once toasted, roughly chop and set aside.
- While the pecans toast, pop the popcorn using preferred method of popping. To make it in the microwave, place the popcorn kernels in a brown paper bag and fold the top over loosely. Place upright in the microwave and cook until there are a few seconds between pops; about 3 seconds between. I have a 1000-watt microwave and it took about 1 minute and 40 seconds.
- While the popcorn pops, combine the coconut butter, coconut oil, and maple syrup in a small pot on medium/-ow heat and warm until the mixture is fluid, mixing well. It will be grainy from the coconut butter.
- Pour the mixture into a large bowl and add in the popped popcorn. Toss until evenly coated. I find it's easiest to use your hands to really rub the coconut butter mixture into the popcorn, as it's on the thick side.
- In a large zip-top plastic bag (I used a gallon bag), shake together the protein powder, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of sea salt.
- Add the popcorn into the bag, close the zipper, and shake around until the popcorn is evenly coated. Taste and add an additional tablespoon of protein powder, if desired. Add the pecans and shake around.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Servings (about 1 cup each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 232 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 232kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 15.6g | 5% |
| Protein | 5.1g | 10% |
| Fat | 18.3g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1g | 51% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4g | 14% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.4g | 22% |
| Cholesterol | 6.7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 23.3mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 98.6mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 4.8g | 19% |
| Sugar | 4.4g | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 10IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 14.2mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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