Cotton Candy Popcorn
Cotton candy popcorn is a delightful and whimsical treat that brings the joy of the carnival right to your home. This fun snack features fluffy popcorn coated in a sweet, pastel-hued candy shell that captures the essence of childhood memories. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or just a special treat, this easy-to-make recipe offers endless customization options. Enjoy this colorful creation that’s sure to delight both kids and adults alike!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 teaspoons cotton candy flavoring
- 1 teaspoon pink or blue gel food coloring
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add popcorn kernels, cover with a lid, and shake occasionally until popping slows down.
- In a bowl, combine sugar with cotton candy flavoring and food coloring until well mixed.
- Transfer warm popcorn into a mixing bowl; sprinkle the sugar mixture generously over it and toss to coat evenly.
- Spread coated popcorn onto parchment paper-lined baking sheets and allow to cool completely before serving.
- Enjoy your colorful cotton candy popcorn in bowls or bags!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg