Description
Cotton Candy Popcorn Mix is a delightful and colorful snack that combines the sweetness of cotton candy with the crunch of popcorn, making it a perfect treat for parties or movie nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup popcorn kernels
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cotton candy
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn kernels using an air popper or on the stovetop.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sugar and salt to the melted butter, stirring until combined.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and food coloring if using.
- Pour the sugar mixture over the popped popcorn and mix well to coat.
- Add the cotton candy and gently fold it into the popcorn mixture.
- Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool.
- Once cooled, break into pieces and serve.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Feel free to add sprinkles or other candies for extra fun!
- Adjust the amount of cotton candy based on your sweetness preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Cotton Candy, Popcorn, Snack, Sweet Treat