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Cinnamon Roll Popcorn Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Snacks
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Enjoy a sweet and crunchy treat with this Cinnamon Bun Popcorn recipe. Featuring freshly popped popcorn tossed in buttery cinnamon sugar and drizzled with a creamy confectioners’ sugar glaze, this snack captures the delightful flavors of a cinnamon bun in a fun, easy-to-make popcorn form. Perfect for movie nights or an indulgent snack anytime.

Ingredients

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Popcorn Base

  • 8 cups popcorn (from about 1/4 cup unpopped kernels)

Butter Mixture

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Glaze

  • 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons water, plus more as needed

Instructions

  1. Toss Popcorn with Butter: On a baking sheet, combine the popcorn and melted butter. Add the light brown sugar and ground cinnamon, then toss everything thoroughly to ensure the popcorn is evenly coated with the cinnamon sugar mixture. Spread the popcorn out in an even layer on the baking sheet.
  2. Prepare the Glaze: In a glass measuring cup, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar and 1 1/2 teaspoons of water. Gradually add more water in 1/2 teaspoon increments as needed, until the glaze reaches a runny consistency similar to cinnamon roll icing.
  3. Drizzle and Set: Drizzle the prepared glaze evenly over the coated popcorn. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill for 20 to 25 minutes, allowing the glaze to set and harden slightly before serving.

Notes

  • For best results, use freshly popped popcorn to retain crispiness.
  • If you prefer a stronger cinnamon flavor, you can increase the ground cinnamon to 3/4 teaspoon.
  • Ensure the glaze is thin enough to drizzle but thick enough to set properly on the popcorn.
  • Store leftover popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness.
  • This recipe yields about 4 servings, perfect for sharing.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 130
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/cinnamon-roll-popcorn-recipe/