Sweet and Salty Butter Toffee Popcorn with Peanuts
Indulge in the irresistible combination of buttery toffee and crunchy peanuts with this Sweet and Salty Butter Toffee Popcorn recipe! Perfect for movie nights, parties, or as an on-the-go snack, this decadent treat comes together in under 10 minutes. The toffee coating is rich and satisfying, while the addition of cocktail peanuts provides a delightful crunch. Customize it to your taste preference by adjusting the cooking time. Try this snack once, and you'll be reaching for more before you know it!
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Microwavable light butter flavored popcorn
2 bags (Popped as per package instructions)
Cocktail peanuts
1 cup (No preparation needed)
Light brown sugar
1 cup (No preparation needed)
Butter
1/2 cup (Room temperature)
Light corn syrup
1/4 cup (No preparation needed)
Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (No preparation needed)
Instructions
1
Start by popping one bag of light butter flavored popcorn according to package instructions. Once popped, carefully pour it into a large brown paper bag, leaving some popcorn in the bowl for added toffee coating later.
2
Sprinkle one cup of cocktail peanuts evenly over the popcorn in the bag.
3
Pop the second bag of popcorn and add it to the bag, combining it with the popcorn and peanuts.
4
In a microwavable glass bowl, combine the room temperature butter, light brown sugar, and light corn syrup. Stir the ingredients well until they're fully combined.
5
Microwave the mixture on high for three minutes. Keep an eye on it to prevent overflow.
6
Once finished, remove the bowl from the microwave and quickly stir in the baking soda (expect some foaming!). This step is crucial for achieving a light and airy toffee texture.
7
Pour the hot toffee mixture over the popcorn and peanuts in the brown paper bag. Close the bag tightly and shake vigorously to coat all the popcorn and peanuts evenly.
8
Microwave the bag for one minute to help the toffee set. Carefully remove the bag from the microwave and shake it again.
9
Repeat the microwave and shake step once more for an additional minute.
10
Finally, pour the toffee popcorn and peanuts out onto wax paper or trays to cool. Allow it to set completely before serving.
11
Dispose of the brown paper bag immediately to prevent any snacking accidents with your furry friends!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main flavor profile of this popcorn?
This recipe features a decadent combination of rich, buttery toffee and crunchy cocktail peanuts for a sweet and salty treat.
How long does it take to make this toffee popcorn?
The entire recipe comes together quickly in under 10 minutes.
What kind of popcorn should I use?
The recipe calls for two bags of microwavable light butter flavored popcorn.
What type of peanuts are recommended?
One cup of cocktail peanuts is used to provide the perfect crunch and salty balance.
How do I prepare the toffee coating?
Combine room temperature butter, light brown sugar, and light corn syrup in a microwavable glass bowl and microwave on high for three minutes.
Why is baking soda used in this recipe?
Baking soda is added to the hot sugar mixture to create a light and airy toffee texture through a foaming reaction.
What is the purpose of the brown paper bag?
The brown paper bag is used to shake the popcorn and peanuts with the toffee for an even coating and to microwave the mixture to help it set.
What temperature should the butter be?
The butter should be at room temperature before combining it with the sugar and syrup.
Can I customize the recipe?
Yes, you can customize the snack to your taste preference by adjusting the microwave cooking time.
How do I ensure the popcorn is evenly coated?
Close the brown paper bag tightly and shake it vigorously after pouring the hot toffee mixture over the popcorn.
Is there a specific way to microwave the bag after coating?
Yes, microwave the bag for one minute, remove and shake it, then repeat for one additional minute.
How should I cool the finished popcorn?
Pour the mixture onto wax paper or trays and allow it to set completely before serving.
What type of sugar is required?
The recipe requires one cup of light brown sugar.
Does the popcorn need to be popped beforehand?
Yes, pop the popcorn according to package instructions before adding it to the brown paper bag.
How many ingredients are needed for this recipe?
There are 6 ingredients: popcorn, cocktail peanuts, light brown sugar, butter, light corn syrup, and baking soda.
What is the amount of corn syrup used?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of light corn syrup.
Why should I dispose of the brown paper bag immediately?
It should be disposed of to prevent any snacking accidents where pets might try to eat the remains from the bag.
Is this recipe good for parties?
Yes, it is specifically noted as being perfect for movie nights, parties, or as an on-the-go snack.
What is the serving size for this recipe?
The nutritional serving size and calorie information are not specified, but the recipe uses two full bags of popcorn.
What should I watch for when microwaving the sugar mixture?
Keep an eye on the glass bowl to prevent the mixture from overflowing while it microwaves for three minutes.
When do I add the peanuts?
Sprinkle the peanuts evenly over the first bag of popped popcorn inside the brown paper bag before adding the second bag.
How much butter is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of butter.
How much baking soda is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
Can I use dark corn syrup?
The recipe specifically recommends light corn syrup for the toffee mixture.
What provides the salty flavor?
The saltiness comes from the light butter flavored popcorn and the cocktail peanuts.
Is the toffee coating supposed to be crunchy?
Yes, the combination of the sugar mixture and microwave steps creates a crunchy toffee coating.
Do I need any special equipment?
You will need a microwavable glass bowl and a large brown paper bag.
What happens if I skip the shaking step?
Shaking is essential to ensure the toffee and peanuts are distributed evenly across all the popcorn kernels.
Is this a kid-friendly recipe?
Yes, it is a sweet and crunchy snack that is typically very popular with children and adults alike.
Can this be made on a stovetop?
This specific recipe is designed as a quick microwave version, though traditional toffee can be made on a stove.