Sweet and Salty Popcorn
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5
Sweet and Salty Popcorn
Description
Sweet and Salty Popcorn uses basic ingredients including popcorn kernels, vegan butter, agave syrup, and salt to create a snack with contrasting flavors. The popcorn is popped using either an air popper or microwave, then tossed immediately with a warm syrupy mixture of vegan butter and agave, seasoned lightly with salt. This technique coats the popcorn evenly, giving it a crispy exterior with a sticky, sweet, and salty glaze without overwhelming the natural popcorn flavor.
The crispy texture achieved from hot freshly popped corn combined with the buttery and sweet syrup makes it a satisfying snack. It can be served right after preparation to enjoy the full contrast between the light popcorn and the coating.
The recipe note advises careful popping instructions depending on the method used, such as using a paper bag in the microwave for small batches. The preparation is straightforward, and the flavor balance can be adjusted with the amount of salt or agave syrup used.
Ingredients
- ½ cup popcorn kernels
- 2 Tablespoons vegan butter
- 2 Tablespoons agave syrup
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Pop kernels using an air popper or microwave.
- While popcorn is popping, melt vegan butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in agave syrup and salt.
- Toss popped corn with the agave-butter mixture to coat.
- Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- If using a microwave, place ¼ cup popcorn kernels in a paper bag, fold the top closed, and microwave until popping slows to about 2 seconds between pops.
- Pop in batches if necessary to avoid burning and ensure even popping.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 300 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 300kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Sodium | 385mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 117mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 535IU | 11% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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