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    Home » Snacks

    Peanut Butter Popcorn

    Posted: Apr 7, 2020 · Updated: Feb 27, 2021 by Tonje

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    Homemade salty peanut butter popcorn is an excellent savory snack you can make in a matter of minutes using cupboard essentials.

    Peanut butter popcorn in a bowl.

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    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 💭 Top tips
    • 🍲 Leftovers
    • 🍴 You might also like these recipes..
    • 📋 Frequently asked questions
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    Popcorn is one of my favorite lean treats. It's so easy to make, it's low calorie, and you can vary the flavors endlessly. This version combines crispy popcorn with creamy peanut butter, and the result is an irresistible snack the whole family will love.

    🥘 Ingredients

    For this recipe you will need 2 ingredients: popcorn kernels and peanut butter. You will definitely want to use a peanut butter that's quite liquid-y rather than a thick variety, as you have to be able to drizzle it over the popcorn.

    You will also need some butter or vegetable oil to cook the popcorn, as well as a large pot with a lid.

    🔪 Instructions

    First, add enough butter or vegetable oil to a large pot to cover the bottom with a thin layer. Heat the oil on high heat for a few minutes.

    Add the popcorn kernels, shake the pot to distribute them evenly, then cover with a lid. Keep the lid on as the popcorn pops, but shake the pot occasionally.

    Allow the popcorn to pop until the popping sounds slow down to a pop every 3-4 seconds. Then, remove the pot from the heat and leave the popcorn to rest for a few minutes.

    Drizzle peanut butter over the popcorn, then stir to coat them evenly. Transfer to a bowl, and serve!

    Popcorn with peanut butter drizzled on top.

    💭 Top tips

    Here's my best tips for making perfect peanut butter popcorn:

    • Use your favorite peanut butter. If the brand you like is too thick to drizzle, you can microwave it for a few seconds with some vegetable or peanut oil to dilute it slightly.
    • Fancy salty popcorn? Add salt to taste after mixing in the peanut butter. This might not be necessary if the peanut butter already has salt added.
    • Fancy sweet popcorn? Add a little caramel sauce along with the peanut butter.

    🍲 Leftovers

    Leftover popcorn with peanut butter can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The popcorn might soften and go stale over time, and is usually best when served fresh.

    🍴 You might also like these recipes..

    If you love peanut butter, try any of these recipes:

    • Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie Bowl
    • Peanut Butter Apple Nachos
    • Dill Pickle Popcorn
    • Chocolate Covered Popcorn
    • Popcorn with Honey and Cinnamon

    📋 Frequently asked questions

    Is this recipe allergy friendly? - Always check the nutrition labels on the ingredients you use. In general, this recipe is dairy free, egg free, soy free and gluten free.

    Is this suitable for my diet? - Popcorn is suitable for most diets, including slimming world, weight watchers, low carb and keto. It is also a vegan dish.

    Recipe

    Peanut butter popcorn in a white bowl.

    Peanut Butter Popcorn

    Homemade salty peanut butter popcorn is an excellent savory snack you can make in a matter of minutes using cupboard essentials.
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    Created by: Tonje
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    Prep Time 2 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Course Snack
    Cuisine International
    Servings 4
    Calories 104 kcal
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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup popcorn kernels (136 g)
    • 3 teaspoon peanut butter
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil

    Instructions
     

    • First, add enough butter or vegetable oil to a large pot to cover the bottom with a thin layer. Heat the oil on high heat for a few minutes.
    • Add the popcorn kernels, shake the pot to distribute them evenly, then cover with a lid. Keep the lid on as the popcorn pops, but shake the pot occasionally.
    • Allow the popcorn to pop until the popping sounds slow down to a pop every 3-4 seconds. Then, remove the pot from the heat and leave the popcorn to rest for a few minutes.
    • Drizzle peanut butter over the popcorn, then stir to coat them evenly. Transfer to a bowl, and serve!

    Notes

    Is this recipe allergy friendly? – Always check the nutrition labels on the ingredients you use. In general, this recipe is dairy free, egg free, soy free and gluten free.
    Is this suitable for my diet? – Popcorn is suitable for most diets, including slimming world, weight watchers, low carb and keto. It is also a vegan dish.

    Leftovers

    Leftover popcorn with peanut butter can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The popcorn might soften and go stale over time, and is usually best when served fresh.

    Top tips

    Here’s my best tips for making perfect peanut butter popcorn:
    • Use your favorite peanut butter. If the brand you like is too thick to drizzle, you can microwave it for a few seconds with some vegetable or peanut oil to dilute it slightly.
    • Fancy salty popcorn? Add salt to taste after mixing in the peanut butter. This might not be necessary if the peanut butter already has salt added.
    • Fancy sweet popcorn? Add a little caramel sauce along with the peanut butter.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 104kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 318mgPotassium: 48mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 3mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword dairy free, egg free, gluten free, peanut butter, popcorn, vegan
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