Take your popcorn to the next level with this Spicy Popcorn Recipe. This Sweet and Spicy Popcorn is perfect for your next movie night, football party, or any casual entertaining.
This post was sponsored by McCormick as part of an Influencer Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.
Confession: I spent the better part of this past weekend watching football.
That isn't a typical weekend for me, but we've all been under the weather. After a little time in the kitchen, spending the afternoons and evenings on the couch watching SEC football was just what I needed to recharge for the coming week.
Growing up in a college town (Gainesville, FL), football has always been a big part of my life.
When I was Skye's age, I can remember not understanding why my parents got so excited by football weekends. As I got older, the enthusiasm of football season caught on.
I couldn't help but fall in love with all things football.
When I was living in Gainesville, going to games was just part of life.
I rarely make it to a game anymore, but that doesn't stop the festivities. I have become very passionate about HomeGating!
By Tuesday of every week, I have my football menu planned. I do this whether we are entertaining, or just planning on a party of five. (Like this past weekend.) . I can pick up everything that I need to create The Ultimate HomeGate party during football season at Walmart.
One of my favorite things about hosting a HomeGate party is that it is casual entertaining at its best. You don't need to - and shouldn't - get fussy when you are watching football.This Spicy Popcorn Recipe is the perfect example!
It only takes a few minutes to elevate your popcorn to the next level. The secret ingredient: Frank's® Redhot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce.
Frank’s® RedHot was used in the original Buffalo wings created in 1964. I love that it blends flavor and heat perfectly. There is no 5-alarm fire in your mouth with this one!
As yummy as this Spicy Popcorn is, you aren't going to want to miss the main course!
A great option is this Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken. This super-easy and super-tasty recipe is made with French's® Classic Yellow Mustard.
French's® Mustard is made with stone ground, #1 Grade Mustard Seeds and has no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives
Another great option is Crispy BBQ Chicken Wings. Wings and football just go together, don't they?
With Stubb's® Original Bar-B-Q Sauce, these wings are sure to wow the whole crowd.
Stubb’s® Bar-B-Q line of sauces, marinades, and rubs are made right with quality, gluten-free ingredients, and contain no high fructose corn syrup. Gotta love that!
Whichever entree you choose, you could round it out with this delicious Buffalo Bacon Potato Salad.
There are just so many ways that you can use French's® Mustard, Frank's® Redhot, and Stubb's® Bar-B-Q to make yummy recipes that are just perfect for watching the game.
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Tools for Making this Spicy Popcorn Recipe
- Popcorn Maker or Heavy Bottomed Pan with a Lid
- Small Skillet or Saucepan
- Large Bowl
Spicy Popcorn
Spicy Popcorn
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2-3 tablespoons Frank's® Redhot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce more or less to taste
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ cup popcorn kernels
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil more or less according to manufacturer’s instructions
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat the butter and maple syrup in a small saucepan until the butter melts. Stir in RedHot sauce and smoked paprika and whisk to combine. Remove from heat.
- Heat the oil in a popcorn maker or heavy bottomed pan. Add the popcorn kernels and cook, shaking occasionally, until the popping stops.
- Transfer popcorn to a large bowl and toss with the RedHot Sauce mixture. Sprinkle with salt and enjoy.
Notes
Variations for Sweet & Spicy Popcorn
- Make BBQ popcorn by substituting Stubb's® Original Bar-B-Q Sauce for the Frank's® Redhot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce.
- Add in 1 cup of broken pretzel sticks prior to tossing with the spicy butter.
- Substitute honey for the maple syrup.
- Make it vegan and dairy-free by using vegan butter.
Shahla
Totally saving this to try! We love popcorn and this sounds delicious!
Jennifer L
Oh yummy! I love spicy snacks/foods so this is up my alley. Have a ton of kernels I've been wanting to make pop so im giving this a taste.
Kelli A
I am a huge fan of Frank's Red Hot, It is the only "Hot Sauce" I will use. I have never thought of using it on popcorn though! Can;t wait to try this out!
Sara Welch
That is such a great recipe. I love spicy popcorn and now I can make my own!
Kita Bryant
I cannot wait to try this! This looks like my kind of snack.
Jessica Hughes
Ok, I would never have though to use Frank's Red Hot sauce in popcorn but it sure does look delicious! Definitely perfect for a cozy fall weekend game.
Blair villanueva
Omg this is exciting! I could imagine the sounds while enjoying this spicy popcorn. Now am thinking which movie should we pair for this.