Honey Popcorn at a Glance
Sometimes the simplest combinations make the best treats. Case in point: honey popcorn! This sweet treat is similar to caramel corn, but easier to prepare and definitely healthier.
All you need to make it? Your Popsmith Popper, a few basic ingredients you already have in your cupboard, and your oven.
Go check it out:
Honey Popcorn Ingredients
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2 tablespoons coconut oil
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½ cup popcorn kernels
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½ cup honey
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¼ cup salted butter
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½ teaspoon salt
Honey Popcorn Directions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 250 F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
Step 2: Preheat the Popsmith
Set your stove to medium heat and allow your Popper to preheat for 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 3: Pour Oil and Kernels
Pour oil into the Popper and drop 3 kernels. When the first kernel pops, add the rest and cover the popcorn maker.
Step 4: Pop
Turn the Popper’s crank clockwise as the kernels pop to prevent burning. No need to crank the entire time — every few seconds will do.
Step 5: Remove
Take the Popsmith off the heat when popping slows to 1 to 2 seconds between pops and transfer the popcorn to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 6: Make Honey Popcorn Sauce
In a small saucepan, combine honey and butter and cook on low. Stir and simmer for about 1 minute.
Step 7: Combine Honey and Popcorn
Pour the honey butter mixture over the popcorn, using a spatula to coat it evenly. Then sprinkle the salt.
Step 8: Bake
Place the sheet pan in the oven and bake for 45 minutes or until the honey popcorn is firm and has achieved a caramel-like color. Stir every 15 minutes to ensure an even cook.
Step 9: Serve
Let the honey popcorn cool for 15 minutes, break it into clumps, pour it into a huge bowl, and enjoy!
More Honey Popcorn Tips
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For depth, you can add a dash of vanilla extract to the honey and butter mixture.
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This popcorn tastes good as is, but feel free to combine it with mix-ins! Toasted nuts, dried fruit, and a drizzle of dark chocolate perfectly complement the honey.
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Want to save some honey popcorn for later? Store any extra or leftover popcorn in an airtight container and consume within 5 days.
The Bee’s Knees
Simple yet incredibly satisfying, this honey popcorn will be a sure hit at your monthly book club meeting. It also makes a great after school snack and movie night snack during those times you want to deviate from the usual buttery popcorn.
Just remember to let it cool completely before diving in — we know it's hard to wait, but it’ll all be worth it.
Want more snacking inspiration? Don’t miss out on our other popcorn recipes!
