Branching out with Popcorn
Most Americans readily recognize that popcorn is a glorious snack that can be enjoyed in its traditional state – sprinkled with salt and drenched in butter. Variety is the spice of life, however, and it can be fun to shake things up once in a while. The following guide to making brown sugar lollipops is only one of many diverse popcorn recipes you can create at home.
Ingredients:
6 cups popcorn, popped
1 cup brown sugar
¼ cup honey
1/3 cup water
1 Tbsp. butter
cooking spray
2 Tbsp. sugar
1 Tbsp. cinnamon
mini pretzel sticks
Directions:
1. Bring brown sugar, honey and water to a boil in a saucepan, stirring until sugar caramelizes.
2. Add butter and stir. Pour mixture over top of popcorn, tossing for consistency.
3. Spray hands with cooking spray and shape the popcorn into balls. Use pretzel sticks to create lollipop handles.
4. Roll the balls in cinnamon and sugar, then cover with clear wrap.