This easy recipe transforms plain popcorn into a flavorful treat with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger—all the spices that make the holidays magical. With just 10 minutes of effort, you’ll have a bowl of spiced popcorn that’s crunchy, lightly sweetened, and downright addictive.
Equipment
Air popper or stovetop pot with lid
Small saucepan
Large mixing bowl
Baking sheet
Ingredients
10cupspopped popcornabout ½ cup unpopped kernels
3tbspunsalted buttermelted
2tbspbrown sugar
1tspground cinnamon
½tspground nutmeg
¼tspground cloves
½tspground ginger
1tspvanilla extract
¼tspsea salt
Optional: ¼ cup dried cranberries or chopped pecans for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Spice Mixture: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Mix until smooth and fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
Coat the Popcorn: Drizzle the spiced butter mixture evenly over the popcorn. Toss gently to coat. If using, sprinkle dried cranberries or chopped pecans for extra holiday flair.
Serve: Spread the coated popcorn onto a baking sheet to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.