Maple glazed popcorn is a lightly sweet treat, that you will want to make again and again. It is quick to make and full of sweet cinnamon and maple flavor with a hint of savory salty flavor. It’s perfect for a night hanging out watching a movie or a snack by the fire pit on a fall evening.

maple glazed popcorn

😋 Why make this recipe

Ok, y’all this is definitely and treat that you will want to make again and again. It’s a unique lightly sweet treat that only takes 5 minutes and it is not heavy in calories.

What type of mayple syrup is best

For this maple popcorn recipe, I like to use a grade A amber color which is rich in taste and provides a naturally sweet, rich, and smooth taste.

Butternut Mountain Farm Pure Maple Syrup From Vermont, Grade A, Amber Color

maple glazed popcorn
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What type of popcorn to use

I have a secret to great popcorn that does not get stuck in your teeth! There is a variety of popcorn grown in Indiana called Lady Finger. It is a very small seed with hardly any hull. The kernels are small and full of flavor.

Ladyfinger Popcorn Kernels

How to pop the popcorn

I use a hot air popcorn popper. Also, I feel the maple glaze sticks to a popcorn kernel better if it is hot air popped.

Orville Redenbacher’s Hot Air Popper

Add-ins for your popcorn

Try some of these fun add-ins to your maple popcorn.

  • Pecans
  • Peanuts
  • Chocolate covered peanuts or pretzels
  • Crisp bacon pieces

How far can this be made ahead?

Since this maple popcorn is covered in a sugary glaze it is best to serve right away. Be warned it’s finger-licking good or you might need a napkin.

How to store it

If you do have leftovers seal in an airtight container or ziplock bag. Use within a few days. You could freshen it up in a 250-degree oven spread on a cookie sheet for 10 minutes.

💭 Top tip

How to avoid sticking

After you coat the popcorn with the maple glaze, turn it out onto a parchment-lined cookie sheet to cool.

maple glazed popcorn

More maple recipes

If you like cooking with maple be sure and try these great maple-flavored recipes.

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maple glazed popcorn

Maple Glazed Popcorn

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Maple Glazed Popcorn is an addictive treat with a naturally sweet buttery maple glaze made with maple syrup, butter, vanilla, and cinnamon.

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Ingredients
 

  • 6 cups popcorn , popped in hot air popper
  • 3 tablespoons butter,
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup, real
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • salt

Instructions
 

  • Pop popcorn in a hot air popcorn popper
  • In a small saucepan, over medium heat, melt butter. Once butter is melted add maple syrup. Stir to combine and heat syrup through just until it starts to bubble.
  • Take off heat and stir in vanilla and cinnamon
  • Pour over popcorn and quickly toss to coat.
  • Spread popped corn into a single layer of parchment paper and sprinkle with salt.
  • Allow to cool before eating. Store in an airtight container.
Serving: 1cup, Calories: 146kcal, Carbohydrates: 30g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 1mg, Sodium: 11mg, Potassium: 115mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 9g, Vitamin A: 12IU, Calcium: 23mg, Iron: 1mg
Cuisine: American
Author: Gina Dickson
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