maple almond popcorn
Deliciously sweet and crunchy popcorn coated with pure maple syrup and topped with toasted slivered almonds. A perfect treat for snack lovers!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.25 cup salted butter plus extra to coat the bowl
- 8 cups microwavable popcorn popped
- 0.5 cup slivered almonds
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- dash salt
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Coat a very large bowl with butter.
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Pour the popcorn and slivered almonds into the buttered bowl.
- In a medium pan, melt butter. Add the maple syrup and a dash of salt. Over medium heat, bring to a boil. Lower the heat and keep at a soft boil until a candy thermometer reads 300°F (about 15 minutes). Stir constantly.
- Pour the maple syrup over the popcorn and slivered almonds and mix very well.
- Spread the popcorn mixture onto the parchment paper. Let cool completely. Break apart and store in a covered bowl for 4 or 5 days.
Notes
This popcorn treat keeps well in an airtight container and is great for parties or a cozy movie night snack.