Some people dip their fries in ice cream. Others put potato chips in their sandwiches. Us? We like unique popcorn combinations. Our newest obsession is Butterfinger popcorn. It’s crunchy, peanutty, and an excellent example of what happens when you combine two classic movie snacks together!
Ready to start popping? Grab your Popper and let’s go:
Butterfinger Popcorn Ingredients
- ½ cup kernels
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup chopped Butterfinger bars
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Butterfinger Popcorn Directions
Step 1: Heat
Set your stove to medium heat and let your Popper preheat for 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 2: Add Oil and Kernels
Pour oil into the Popper and drop 2 to 3 kernels. When the first kernel pops, add the rest and cover the pot.
Step 3: Turn
Crank your Popsmith clockwise while the kernels pop to prevent burning.
Step 4: Remove
Take your Popper off the heat and remove the lid.
Step 5: Make Butterfinger Popcorn Coating
Melt chocolate and peanut butter in 30-second microwave intervals, stirring between each. Then stir in salt and add chopped Butterfingers (save some for later).
Step 6: Combine
Drizzle the Butterfinger coating over the popcorn, then cover the Popper and shake it or give it a few more cranks to evenly coat the kernels. Sprinkle in the rest of the Butterfinger pieces and allow the popcorn to set. Break it into clumps after.
Step 7: Serve
Pour your Butterfinger popcorn into a huge bowl and enjoy!
More Butterfinger Popcorn Tips
- To mix things up, you can swap milk chocolate for dark, use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy, or add crushed peanuts and pretzels.
- Have extra Butterfinger popcorn from game night? Store the leftover popcorn in a ziplock bag or airtight container and eat it within 5 days (though you’re probably not gonna wait that long).
A Crunchy, Peanutty Dream
If there’s anything to learn from this, it’s that candy bars and popcorn are a match made in heaven! Butterfinger popcorn is just the beginning. Try experimenting with your other favorite candy bars — Snickers for more nuttiness, Twix to satisfy your caramel cravings, or M&M’s for a crunchy and colorful treat.
Looking for more snacking inspiration? We have all kinds of popcorn recipes on our blog. This M&M popcorn is perfect if you’re craving something sweet, while our pizza popcorn recipe is a must-try for any pizza lover.
