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I have to admit, Cinnamon and Sugar Popcorn is one of my favourite types of popcorn to make and eat. This recipe is amazingly delicious, and soo addictive! I came across this recipe on AllRecipes and was hooked immediately. Once I start eating these, I can’t stop! And it’s not just me that can’t stop eating this cinnamon and sugar popcorn. So far, everyone that’s tasted them as liked them… a lot!

Here’s how you make this addictive Cinnamon and Sugar Popcorn…

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In a saucepan, start melting butter over low heat. Add some sugar, water, (homemade) vanilla extract, cinnamon and salt.

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Cook and stir the butter mixture over a low heat until the sugar is dissolved.

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Pour the butter mixture over some popped popcorn.

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Take a spoon and toss and mix till the popcorn is fully coated.

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Transfer the coated popcorn to a baking tray lined with parchment paper, spread evenly. Put into the oven and bake at 350°F/175°C for 10-15 minutes. Stir mixture every three or four minutes.

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When the popcorn is ready and looks like this take it out the oven and keep stirring the mixture every few minutes. As the mixture cools, the popcorn will get nice and crispy. Baking it will dry out the cinnamon sugar syrup mixture so your popcorn won’t be sticky.

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Once cooled down you’ll have this delicious bowl of cinnamon and sugar popcorn. My advice to you, double, no triple, no quadruple this recipe! It’s worth it 😉

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Just try this cinnamon and sugar popcorn recipe yourself and let me know what you think.

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Addictive Cinnamon and Sugar Popcorn

This cinnamon and sugar popcorn is so good you will not be able to stop eating it. It's deliciously addictive! A simple and easy recipe.

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Rating: 4.11
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Type Snacks
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Servings

quarts

Ingredients

  • 2 quarts popcorn popped / 175 g
  • 3 tbsp butter 40 g
  • 1/4 cup sugar 50 g
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cinnamon ground
  • 1/4 tsp salt
Type Snacks
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Servings

quarts

Ingredients

  • 2 quarts popcorn popped / 175 g
  • 3 tbsp butter 40 g
  • 1/4 cup sugar 50 g
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cinnamon ground
  • 1/4 tsp salt

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Rating: 4.11
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Instructions

  1. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

  2. Place popcorn in a large bowl.

  3. In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add the sugar, water, vanilla extract, cinnamon and salt; cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved.

  4. Pour butter mixture over popcorn; toss and mix with a spoon till popcorn is fully coated.

  5. Transfer coated popcorn onto the baking tray.

  6. Bake in the oven, uncovered, at 300°F/150°C for 10-15 minutes. Stir mixture every three or four minutes.

  7. Take outof the oven and keep stirring the mixture every few minutes. As the mixture cools, the popcorn will get nice and crispy.

Recipe Notes

Check out my recipe on "How to pop popcorn" to learn how to pop your own popcorn.

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17 comments

  1. Addictive Cinnamon and Sugar Popcorn Recipe | Cakies (13)

    Brittney

    27 October 2019

    Had a sweet tooth tonight – this came through! So good!! Will definitely add to my keep recipes!

    Reply

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    Rene

    4 January 2019

    This worked out so well! Delicious. I’ve never oven dried popcorn after making before. Nice touch. I did ht even part in 2 batches, and put shredded coconut on the 2nd tray.

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      Rachel (Cakies)

      7 January 2019

      I’m glad to hear you liked the popcorn. I like the idea of adding coconut, sounds delicious 😀

      Reply

  3. 27 November 2018

    This was SO yummy and easy. However, Ive never done this before and just followed it directly but you need to wait until the sugar syrup is cooled before pouring it on the popcorn or else it just shrivles all up and disappears. I ended up kinda messing up the first batch so I made another and combined them and it was ok. I wonder how well it keeps to make ahead for a gift? If its in an airtight container, how long would it keep fresh and crispy?

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      Rachel (Cakies)

      29 November 2018

      I’m happy to hear you enjoyed the popcorn 🙂
      Cooling down the syrup works as well indeed.
      I have kept the popcorn in an airtight container for up to 4 days, I never kept it longer (it was all eaten :D) so I don’t know how long it can be kept exactly. You can try a little test batch and see how long it’ll keep.

      Reply

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    Isabelle

    10 May 2018

    If you substitute sugar for demarara or brown sugar and microwave sauce for minute and a half becomes like a caramel sauce. Also substituted butter for coconut oil. Divine!!!

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      Rachel (Cakies)

      16 May 2018

      That sounds delicious as well Isabelle!

      Reply

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    Ella

    3 April 2018

    This was very helpful, my grandma loved it she wanted more and more of it.
    Thank you for sharing this with me.

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      Rachel (Cakies)

      7 April 2018

      I’m happy to hear your grandma loved it 😀

      Reply

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    Stacy

    7 January 2018

    How much unpopped popcorn kernels should I measure out to get the 2 quarts popped?

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      Rachel (Cakies)

      18 January 2018

      Hi Stacy, I’m not exactly sure, but I would start with 2-3 tablespoons unpopped. That will probably be enough. You can always pop more if needed.

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    Robin

    28 October 2017

    This is yummy but there doesn’t seem to be enough “sauce” for 16 cups of popped corn (4 qts). Is there an error in the recipe?

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      Rachel (Cakies)

      3 November 2017

      Hi Robin, you’re right, even though I’ve made the recipe with 4 quarts before I prefer using less popcorn. The 4 is a typo, I’ve corrected the recipe. Thanks for letting me know.

      Reply

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    Ann

    16 August 2017

    How long does this stay fresh? I’m thinking about making a lot for a party and want to know how far in advance it can be made. Its summer here and humid

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      Rachel (Cakies)

      18 August 2017

      Hi Ann,

      I’ve only ever made the popcorn on the day that it’ll be eaten so I can’t say for sure. However, I would think that you could make it a day in advance as well. Maybe you can make a small batch first and see how long it’ll keep. I would put the popcorn in an airtight container if I were to make it in advance.

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    Lindsey

    4 May 2017

    This is so friggin good!!!

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    kim & family

    7 February 2017

    So far so good yummmm

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How to get sugar to stick to popcorn? ›

One surefire way to enhance seasoning stickiness is to make sure your popped corn has some sort of moisture on it - essentially a popcorn coating. You can use a drizzle of melted butter, a spritz of truffle oil, a glaze of caramel or even toss the popcorn in a bit of melted ghee.

Do you add sugar before or after popping popcorn? ›

I cover the bottom of the kettle 1 kernel deep. If I use sugar I pour it in before it starts popping ( meaning I put it in at the same time I put the kernels in ). I turn the heat to 5 on my stove and let it pop until I don't hear any more popping and immediately remove from heat and pour in a bowl and stuff my face.

What happens if you put sugar on popcorn? ›

Your family will never want plain popcorn again! If you use white sugar, it will taste like popcorn balls; if you use brown sugar, it will taste like caramel corn.

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Add remaining kernels and toss to coat in oil. Add sugar and salt; cover. Shake and cook every 3 seconds until popping starts, then constantly until it slows. Dump onto a sheet pan when there's 1 second between pops.

Is popcorn with sugar good? ›

Popcorn has few calories and is high in fiber, which can make it a suitable snack for people with diabetes. However, adding butter, sugar, and other toppings may mean it is no longer a healthy choice.

Can I put sugar in a popcorn maker? ›

Place a single scoop of kernels in the machine using the measuring cup supplied. Then listen for the first kernels to start popping! You can add flavour during cooking, if you wish, by drizzling salt, sugar or melted butter through the top.

What is the 2 second rule for popcorn? ›

Popcorn will begin popping in a few minutes. When the popping begins to slow, LISTEN until you can count 2 seconds between pops. Remove the bag immediately from the microwave oven and open the bag away from your face. The escaping steam may burn and remaining kernels may continue to pop.

What is sugary popcorn called? ›

Kettle corn is a sweet-and-savory variety of popcorn that is typically mixed or seasoned with a light-colored refined sugar, salt, and oil. It was traditionally made in cast iron kettles, hence the name, but in modern times other types of pots and pans are used.

How to get flavor to stick to popcorn? ›

If you use oil for popping your popcorn, the seasoning will stick to it easily. However, to get flavor and stick to air-popped popcorn without fat, you can mist your popped popcorn with a bit of water or some other liquid.

How do you get icing sugar to stick to popcorn? ›

Sprinkle & toss!
  1. Drizzle melted clarified butter all over the popcorn surface. Sprinkle with half the salt, then use small sieve to dust with half the icing sugar.
  2. Toss very well in large bowl. Then sprinkle with remaining salt and dust with remaining icing sugar. Toss well again.
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Mushroom popcorn is favoured for gourmet popcorn flavours, as its round shape allows for better coverage and distribution of coatings. Its sturdy but light structure ensures that these coatings adhere well, providing a delightful taste experience.

How do you make movie popcorn taste at home? ›

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How do you get sugar to stick? ›

A liquid: This is what will make the sugar stick to the rim of your glass. Citrus juices such as lime juice, lemon juice, and orange juice are common rim moisteners. For a sweeter taste, you can try simple syrup, agave, honey, caramel, or chocolate sauce.

How do you get toppings to stick to air popped popcorn? ›

If you use oil for popping your popcorn, the seasoning will stick to it easily. However, to get flavor and stick to air-popped popcorn without fat, you can mist your popped popcorn with a bit of water or some other liquid. Sprinkle your popcorn as you move it to the bowl with a little liquid spray bottle.

How do you make popcorn coating stick? ›

Use melted butter or oil: Before adding the popcorn seasoning, toss the popcorn with melted butter or oil. Canola, sunflower or olive oil works well. This will help the seasoning adhere to the popcorn. Shake the popcorn: Place the popcorn in a large paper or plastic bag, add the seasoning and shake the bag vigorously.

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