Crispy Everything Bagel Seasoning Popcorn Snack Recipe
A quick and easy homemade popcorn snack tossed with everything bagel seasoning for a crispy, salty, and addictive treat perfect for movie nights or casual hangouts.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (90g) popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning (blend of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, dried onion, sea salt)
- 3 tablespoons (45g) unsalted butter, melted (or olive oil/avocado oil for dairy-free)
- Coarse sea salt, to taste (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper, a few cracks (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter or oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking (about 1-2 minutes). Test by dropping in 2-3 popcorn kernels; when they pop, the oil is ready.
- Add 1/2 cup (90g) popcorn kernels to the pot and cover with a lid. Shake gently to spread kernels evenly on the bottom.
- Keep the pot on medium heat and shake gently every 15-20 seconds as kernels pop. When popping slows to 2-3 seconds between pops (about 3-4 minutes), remove from heat.
- Immediately transfer popcorn to a large mixing bowl, leaving unpopped kernels behind.
- Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter or oil and drizzle evenly over the popcorn. Toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of everything bagel seasoning over the popcorn and toss thoroughly to coat each kernel.
- Add a pinch of coarse sea salt and a few cracks of black pepper if desired. Toss once more and serve immediately for maximum crunch.
Notes
For best seasoning adhesion, toss popcorn immediately after popping with melted butter or oil. To re-crisp popcorn, spread on a baking sheet and warm in a 250°F (120°C) oven for 5 minutes. Avoid microwaving leftovers to prevent sogginess. Substitute butter with olive or avocado oil for dairy-free or vegan versions. Homemade everything bagel seasoning can be made by mixing equal parts toasted sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried minced garlic, dried minced onion, and a pinch of salt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 2 cups of popp
- Calories: 150
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
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