Salted Margarita Popcorn
Salted Margarita Popcorn
https://www.jollytime.com/?post_type=kd_recipe&p=39532
- 8 servings
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 40 mins
This light caramel popcorn is accented with zesty lime, tequila, brown sugar and sea salt for a fun snack that’s based on a classic summer cocktail.
Ingredients
| Amount | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 8 cups | popcorn (make sure to remove all unpopped kernels) |
| 1/2 cup | packed brown sugar |
| 1/2 cup | unsalted butter |
| 1/4 cup | liquid honey |
| 2 tbsp | freshly grated lime zest |
| 1/4 cup | freshly squeezed lime juice |
| 1/4 cup | tequila |
| 2 tsp | sea salt, divided |
| 3/4 tsp | baking soda |
Directions
- Line large baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray large bowl with nonstick cooking spray.
- Transfer popcorn to prepared bowl.
- In heavy-bottomed medium saucepan set over medium heat, stir together brown sugar, butter, honey, lime juice, tequila and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Bring to a boil, stirring frequently, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until sugar mixture is golden brown and has reached the hard-ball stage. To test, add a few drops of sugar syrup to a glass of ice-cold water; if the sugar syrup solidifies, the mixture is ready.
- Stir in baking soda. (The caramel may foam.) Working quickly and carefully, pour caramel over popcorn, stirring to evenly coat.
- Arrange popcorn mixture on prepared baking sheet, spreading into an even layer. Sprinkle with lime zest and remaining salt. Let set until firm.
Tip: Add 1 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest for another citrus accent if desired.
Recipe compliments of The Popcorn Board