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Cheddar Popcorn Mix

Buttery, cheesy homemade popcorn that puts the microwave bags to shame. Movie night essential.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup popcorn kernels or 2 bags plain microwave popcorn
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 3 tbsp cheddar cheese powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Pop the popcorn using an air popper, stovetop method, or microwave. If using stovetop: heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium-high heat, add kernels, cover, and shake occasionally until popping slows.
  2. Transfer hot popcorn to a very large bowl. Remove any unpopped kernels.
  3. Drizzle the melted butter over the popcorn and toss well. The butter helps the cheese powder stick.
  4. Sprinkle the cheddar powder, garlic powder, and onion powder over the popcorn. Toss and shake the bowl vigorously to coat evenly.
  5. Taste and add salt as needed. Serve immediately in a big bowl meant for sharing.

Notes

Cheddar cheese powder is available on Amazon or in the spice aisle. You can also use nutritional yeast for a similar cheesy flavor with added B vitamins. For a trail mix version, toss in some pretzels and peanuts.