Description
Peanut Butter Popcorn is an irresistible snack that combines the light, airy crunch of freshly popped popcorn with the creamy, rich flavor of peanut butter. This sweet and salty treat is quick to prepare, making it perfect for movie nights or casual gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a nostalgic and delightful snack that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn kernels using an air popper or stovetop until fluffy.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the peanut butter and butter together, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in brown sugar and salt until well combined and slightly bubbly.
- Pour the warm mixture over the popped popcorn in a large bowl, gently tossing to coat each kernel evenly.
- Spread the coated popcorn onto a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg