How to Make Cinnamon-Sugar Popcorn - A Step-by-Step Guide

Popcorn is a beloved snack that can be enjoyed in so many different ways. Whether it's plain, buttery, cheesy, or even spicy, there's a flavor for everyone. One of the most delightful variations is cinnamon-sugar popcorn, which combines the warm, comforting taste of cinnamon with the sweetness of sugar for a truly irresistible treat.

Perfect for movie nights, parties, or simply a cozy night in, cinnamon-sugar popcorn is easy to make and always a crowd pleaser. The combination of the fr...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup unpopped popcorn
  • ⅓ cup butter
  • ⅔ cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 cups

  • Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  • Pop corn using an air popper according to the manufacturer's directions. Place into a large mixing bowl and set aside. Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  • Stir in sugar, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla; cook until thick and bubbly. Pour over popcorn; stir until evenly coated.
  • Spread popcorn into a large roasting pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
  • Turn the oven off and allow popcorn to stay in the oven for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving.
  • Nutrition

    114 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 100mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 5mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 39mg