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Superhero Sweet Popcorn

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Description

Superhero sweet popcorn is a crunchy, slightly caramelized snack with a colorful, childlike touch - perfect for movie nights, birthdays, or as a sweet surprise on a winter afternoon. The base is homemade popcorn made from kernels popped in a pan, which we drizzle with homemade caramel made from butter and sugar; a pinch of salt enhances the flavor. Once cooled, you can add sprinkles in the colors of your favorite superhero or dust it with cocoa for a "black" effect. The dish combines simplicity in preparation with an impressive appearance and a sweet-salty contrast; the finished popcorn is shiny, slightly clumped into delicious clusters, and visually appealing to both children and adults.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (8)

Servings:
4
  • Corn 80 g
  • Sugar 120 g
  • Butter 50 g
  • Rapeseed oil 15 g
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Salt 1 g
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Cinnamon 4 g
  • Cocoa 10 g
  • Sugar sprinkles 10 g
💰 Szacowany koszt dania: ~8.53 PLN (2.13 PLN/porcję)
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Preparation steps

Popping popcorn

1

Prepare a heavy skillet with a diameter of 24–28 cm with a lid. Pour in 15 g of rapeseed oil (1 tablespoon) and turn on medium-high heat. Add three test corn kernels to the heated oil. Cover the skillet with the lid and watch - when the test kernels start to pop, the oil is at the right temperature.

Use a heavy-bottomed pan and a tight-fitting lid. Test grains are a quick way to assess the temperature; if they start to burn immediately, reduce the heat.
2

Pour the remaining corn (80 g) evenly onto the bottom of the pan and quickly spread it out. Cover with a lid. Every 15–20 seconds, shake the pan (holding the lid) to ensure the kernels are roasting evenly. When the popping slows down to 1–2 pops every 2–3 seconds (about 2–3 minutes total time), remove the pan from the heat.

Shake the pan by holding the handle and lid with one hand; this prevents individual grains from burning. Do not lift the lid during intense popping, as hot steam may splatter.
3

Transfer the finished popcorn to a large, dry bowl (metal or glass), leaving any unpopped kernels in the pan. Gently sift through the popcorn with your hand or a spoon and discard the larger unpopped kernels.

Use a large bowl — popcorn expands significantly in volume. Do not touch hot popcorn with bare hands right after popping; wait 1–2 minutes or use a spoon.

Preparing the caramel

4

In a small saucepan with a thick bottom, place 120 g of sugar. Set it over medium heat. Do not add water right away. Allow the sugar to slowly melt: do not stir with a spoon immediately, just gently shake the saucepan every few seconds or move it on the burner to ensure even heat distribution. Once half of the sugar has dissolved (visible liquid, transparent spots), gently stir with a silicone spatula until all the sugar is liquid and has a dark golden color.

Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan, so the sugar doesn't burn in spots. If you have a candy thermometer, the color of the caramel corresponds to ~160–170°C. Be careful — caramel is very hot and can burn.
5

When the sugar reaches a honey-amber color, remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately mix in 50 g of butter piece by piece, stirring vigorously with a spatula. The butter will cause bubbling - stir quickly and carefully. Add 1 pinch of salt and, if desired, 4 g of cinnamon (optional). If the mixture is too thick, you can add 1 teaspoon of water; stir until you achieve a smooth, glossy glaze.

Add the butter gradually and stir to prevent the caramel from separating. Work quickly, as the caramel hardens in a few seconds.

Assembly

6

Immediately pour the hot caramel in a thin stream over the popcorn in a large bowl, while mixing with two spatulas or wooden spoons to evenly coat the kernels. Do this quickly but carefully — the caramel hardens easily. Once most of the popcorn is coated, stop pouring the caramel and check for any uncovered spots; add the rest if needed.

Use two spatulas for mixing — one stabilizes, the other applies the caramel. If the caramel starts to harden in the pot, briefly heat it on very low heat, but be careful not to burn it.

Cooling and Decoration

7

Spread the caramel-coated popcorn in a thin layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, separating the clumps to allow it to set and become crispy faster. Set aside for 5–10 minutes to cool. While the popcorn is still slightly warm, dust with 10 g of cocoa (optional) using a sieve for a delicate layer, or add 10 g of sprinkles to designated areas to create colorful superhero "marks."

Work quickly with the toppings: it's best to add sprinkles just before completely cooling, so they don't get soggy. Use a fine sieve for dusting with cocoa.

Serving

8

Once completely cooled, break up any large clumps by hand or with a spatula. Serve in paper cones, small bowls, or a large bowl. For a "superhero" effect, you can prepare several bowls: one with black (cocoa) popcorn, one with sprinkles in the color of your favorite hero.

If the lumps are too hard to break by hand, gently move them with your fingers on the paper — they will break apart naturally. Serve at room temperature; popcorn is best within a few hours after preparation.

Fun Fact

💡

Popcorn was known to the Native Americans long before the arrival of Europeans; in Poland, it became popular with the cinema in the 20th century. In the "superhero" version, colorful sprinkles and the concept of bowls with different flavors entertain both children and adults.

Best for

wieczór filmowy przyjęcie dla dzieci karnawał

Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve popcorn in paper cones or small bowls – it looks impressive and is convenient for kids. Prepare two versions: light caramel and lightly dusted with cocoa, so guests can mix flavors. For adults, serve hot chocolate or coffee on the side.

🥡 Storage

Store completely cooled popcorn in an airtight container or sealed jar for 2–3 days. To regain crispness, place it in an oven preheated to 150°C for 5–7 minutes, spreading the popcorn evenly on a baking sheet.

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