Red Velvet Popcorn Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 250掳F (120掳C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine popped popcorn and melted butter, tossing until evenly coated.
• STEP 3.In a separate bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and red food coloring until smooth.
• STEP 4.Pour the red velvet mixture over the popcorn and toss until all the popcorn is coated.
• STEP 5.Spread the coated popcorn onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
• STEP 6.Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving or storing.
• STEP 7.Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use plain, unsalted popcorn for this recipe.
• If you prefer a stronger red velvet flavor, you can add a few drops of red velvet extract to the coating mixture.
• For an extra festive touch, you can sprinkle some red and white sprinkles over the popcorn before it cools.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the Red Velvet Popcorn as a sweet snack at parties or movie nights.
• You can also package it in individual bags or jars to give as gifts.
• Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.