Description
A deliciously sweet and spicy Hot Honey Popcorn recipe that combines the warm flavors of honey and sriracha with freshly popped popcorn, perfect for a quick and flavorful snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Popcorn
- 3 tbsp oil
- 1/3 cup popcorn kernels
- Salt to taste
Hot Honey Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sriracha
Instructions
- Prepare Hot Honey Sauce: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, honey, and sriracha. Whisk until well mixed to create a smooth, spicy-sweet sauce. Set aside.
- Pop the Popcorn: Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 popcorn kernels and wait until they pop to ensure the oil is hot enough. Once popped, add the remaining kernels, cover with a lid slightly ajar, and shake the pot occasionally until popping slows to avoid burning.
- Coat the Popcorn: Remove the pot from heat and transfer the popcorn to a large bowl. Drizzle the hot honey sauce over the popcorn, sprinkle salt to taste, and toss well to evenly coat each kernel with the flavorful mixture.
- Serve and Enjoy: Your hot honey popcorn is ready to be enjoyed immediately as a sweet and spicy snack.
Notes
- Use a large pot with a lid to properly pop the kernels and avoid messes.
- Shake the pot gently during popping to prevent burning and ensure even heat distribution.
- Adjust sriracha quantity for desired spiciness level.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture; popcorn may lose crispness over time.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with coconut oil or a plant-based alternative.