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Harry Potter Butterbeer Popcorn

Magical Harry Potter Butterbeer Popcorn for Movie Nights

Enjoy a delightful Harry Potter Butterbeer Popcorn that brings the wizarding world to your movie nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Popcorn
  • 10-12 cups freshly popped popcorn Air-pop or microwaveable for best results.
For the Butterbeer Sauce
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Ideal for controlling flavor.
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar Deepens butterscotch flavor.
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips Provides authentic Butterbeer taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Helps lighten the sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon butter extract Can substitute with vanilla.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Harry Potter Butterbeer Popcorn
  1. In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 1 cup of dark brown sugar and stir until dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat, mix in 1 cup of butterscotch chips until melted, then sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda and stir well.
  3. In a large bowl, add 10-12 cups of freshly popped popcorn. Drizzle the buttery butterscotch sauce over the popcorn and toss gently until coated.
  4. Preheat your oven to 250°F (about 120°C). Spread coated popcorn on a baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
  5. Remove from oven and cool completely to maintain crunchiness. Store in an airtight container or serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure even popping of kernels and mix in small batches for a uniform coating.

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