Churro Popcorn
This easy churro popcorn combines buttery cinnamon popcorn with a sweet powdered sugar and cinnamon coating for a quick and delicious snack.
Ingredients
Popcorn
- 4 cups ready-made popcorn
- ¼ cup butter chopped into chunks
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
Churro Coating
- ¼ cup powdered sugar sifted
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- Add the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, butter, and salt to a large microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave on high for 1 minute, or until the sugar mixture is hot and bubbling.
- Add the popcorn to the bowl with the cinnamon butter mixture and toss until most of the popcorn is coated.
- Add the churro coating and gently fold or toss again until the coating is evenly distributed.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use plain or lightly salted ready-made popcorn for the best flavor.
- Sift the powdered sugar before making the churro coating to prevent lumps.
- Make sure the cinnamon butter mixture is hot and bubbling before adding it to the popcorn.
- Toss the popcorn thoroughly after adding both coatings for more even coverage.
- This popcorn is best served immediately for the freshest texture.