Green Slime Popcorn is a spooky and fun treat perfect for Halloween parties or any time you want to delight kids with a colorful snack. This popcorn is coated in a green candy mixture that gives it a unique and festive appearance.
Ingredients
- 8 cups popped popcorn freshly popped, unseasoned
- 1 cup sugar granulated
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup butter unsalted
- 2 teaspoons green food coloring gel works best
- 1/4 teaspoon flavoring extract such as vanilla or lime
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Place the popped popcorn in a large bowl and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, butter, and food coloring.
- Cook over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the flavoring extract and baking soda until the mixture is smooth and frothy.
- Immediately pour the green candy mixture over the popcorn, tossing to coat evenly.
- Transfer the coated popcorn to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Allow the popcorn to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 10mg