Description
Gourmet Cinnabon Popcorn is a decadent treat that takes your regular popcorn and elevates it to new heights. It blends the familiar, melt-in-your-mouth flavors of Cinnabon cinnamon rolls with the crispy texture of air-popped popcorn, making it a unique and addictive snack. The caramelized cinnamon-sugar coating combined with the richness of butter and the optional crunch of chopped pecans creates a luxurious and mouthwatering experience that will leave you reaching for more.
Ingredients
- 12 cups air-popped popcorn (or 2 microwave bags)
- 1 cup chopped pecans (optional but adds richness)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (Makara cinnamon if you want authentic Cinnabon flavor)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup light corn syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 2 oz almond bark or white chocolate (for drizzle)
Instructions
- Prep the Popcorn
- Pop your popcorn and remove any unpopped kernels.
- Place in a large mixing bowl with chopped pecans.
- Make the Cinnamon Caramel Sauce
- In a microwave-safe bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Add butter and corn syrup. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, then microwave for 2 minutes.
- Stir again and microwave for another 2 minutes.
- Carefully whisk in vanilla and baking soda (mixture will foam slightly).
- Coat the Popcorn
- Pour caramel sauce evenly over the popcorn.
- Stir gently until all pieces are coated.
- Bake for Crunch
- Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and spray with nonstick spray.
- Spread popcorn in a single layer.
- Bake at 250°F (120°C) for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
- Drizzle & Cool
- Melt almond bark according to package instructions.
- Drizzle over baked popcorn and let cool completely.
- Break into clusters and store in an airtight container.
Notes
For an extra indulgent twist, drizzle melted white or dark chocolate over the cooled popcorn and sprinkle with crushed pecans or walnuts before serving. Perfect for gifting in decorative bags or enjoying during a cozy movie night!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Snack / Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: Low
Keywords: Gourmet Cinnabon Popcorn Recipe