Last Updated on May 10, 2021 by Ellen Christian
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You are going to love my Vermont Cheddar Bacon Popcorn Recipe! Make a big bowl of this homemade cheddar popcorn with bacon today.
We love salty snacks in a variety of flavors at our house. We don’t buy a lot of packaged salty snacks because they are often loaded with artificial ingredients and are not gluten-free.
But, we still love to enjoy them so I have been making my own with JOLLY-TIME popcorn. You may want to try these homemade popcorn seasonings next.
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Homemade Cheddar Popcorn
Since my daughter is gluten intolerant, I really prefer to bring food into the house that she can enjoy as well.
JOLLY TIME Pop Corn is a whole grain snack that is gluten-free and can easily be created in a variety of delicious flavors that the whole family will enjoy. I also love knowing that JOLLY TIME Pop Corn is a non-GMO product! That is so important in my family.
This popcorn is a delicious grown-up treat for movie night or anytime you’re entertaining. We chose aged Vermont sharp cheddar cheese (of course) to top our JOLLY TIME Pop Corn,
However, it would be equally delicious topped with Parmesan or even blue cheese instead. Go with your family’s favorite tastes and enjoy.
How do you make homemade cheddar popcorn from scratch?
Most people begin with a cheddar powder to make it taste more like the type you get at the store. But, I prefer to use real cheddar cheese for a more authentic taste and a lot fewer chemicals.
How do you get cheese to stick to popcorn?
Pop your popcorn with oil or butter for the best results. It will be harder to do if you use air-popped popcorn.
What type of bacon should I use?
I just used regular bacon from the grocery store. But, if you are concerned bout the fat content, you can try it with turkey bacon. As long as it is crispy, it should turn out fine.
Tips for storing popcorn:
I’ve heard people say that popcorn kernels should be stored in the refrigerator, but in many cases, this is the worst possible place to store them. Most refrigerators have very little humidity inside them and this can cause the kernels to dry out.
Instead, store popcorn kernels in an air-tight jar with a lid in a cool cupboard. If you need to store popcorn kernels for a long period of time, they can be stored for up to one year in the freezer.
To store homemade cheddar popcorn that has already been popped, you can keep it in a Ziploc plastic bag for a few days.
How can I flavor popcorn without butter?
If you want to flavor popcorn without using butter, why not make it with red palm oil? The taste is very similar to butter but it’s much healthier.
More popcorn snacks
If you love popcorn as much as we do, you right want to try a few of these popcorn recipes next. They can all be made with JOLLY-TIME popcorn.
Vermont Cheddar Bacon Popcorn Recipe
You are going to love my Vermont Cheddar Bacon Popcorn Recipe! Make a big bowl of this homemade cheddar popcorn with bacon today.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup JOLLY TIME Pop Corn kernels
- 1/2 cup grated Vermont Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 cup finely crumbled, cooked bacon
- oil for popping
Instructions
- Add the oil to a heavy pot with a tight fitting lid.
- Add the JOLLY TIME Pop Corn kernels and pop on high until they are all popped.
- Quickly sprinkle the grated Vermont cheddar cheese and the bacon pieces over the top of the JOLLY TIME Pop Corn while the popcorn is still hot.
- If you need to, cover the popcorn with tin foil and put it in a warm oven to completely melt the cheese.
- Serve Vermont Cheddar Bacon Popcorn warm and enjoy
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1 cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 222Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 437mgCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 12g
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