Smoky Bacon Cheddar Popcorn
Smoky Bacon Cheddar Popcorn delivers crisp, fluffy kernels infused with bacon richness, then showered in tangy Cheddar and a touch of seasoned salt. Bits of real bacon add crunch and a deep, meaty aroma that makes this snack irresistible. Serve for game night, movie marathons, or any casual gathering when you want something bold and cheesy.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves10
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Put the bacon grease in a 6-quart pot and set it over high heat.
- 2
Add one or two popcorn kernels as testers.
- 3
When the test kernels pop, add the remaining popcorn kernels and cover with a lid.
- 4
As the kernels begin popping, shake the pan back and forth constantly to keep unpopped kernels on the bottom.
- 5
When the popping slows, remove the pan from the heat and let it finish popping.
- 6
Pour the popcorn into a large bowl or a paper sack.
- 7
Season with 1/2 of the seasoned salt and stir.
- 8
Taste before adding more salt if desired.
- 9
Toss with bacon bits and shredded Cheddar cheese for an extra special treat.
- 10
Store leftovers in lunch sacks or sandwich bags.
- Calories 169.97 kcal Moderate
- Protein 7.64 g Moderate
- Carbs 18.26 g Moderate
- Total Fat 7.09 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 3.63 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 18.1 mg Moderate
- Sodium 318.97 mg Moderate
- Fiber 1.28 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 128.97 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.81 mg Low Source
- Potassium 48.59 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.31 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.14 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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