These creative flavored popcorn recipes will satisfy any snack craving. Movie night has never been more exciting!
Who says you need to limit your popcorn to butter, cheese, and barbecue?
While there’s nothing wrong with classic flavors, it’s also nice to experiment with new ones.
When it comes to popcorn flavors, there are so many choices the culinary world has to offer!
From everything bagel to wasabi and ginger to chocolate chip cookie, you’ll never run out of fantastic options.
Why be basic when you can be awesome? These 25 unique popcorn recipes will be your new favorite movie companions. Let’s get popping!
1. Parmesan Ranch
This popcorn recipe combines multiple flavors to give you one phenomenal snack.
Real butter, parmesan cheese, dried herbs, and spices are added to freshly popped popcorn, yielding an addictive treat no one can resist.
It’s the kind of popcorn you’ll look forward to just as much as the movie!
2. Garlic-Herb
Garlic and butter are a match made in heaven. These two ingredients alone are enough to make a terrific sauce, dip, or spread.
And yes, it can flavor your popcorn, too.
For this recipe, we’re also throwing in a bunch of dried herbs to the mix.
The best part is, you’ll get to pick whichever ones you like.
3. Truffle
How ‘bout some fancy popcorn? If you’re looking to impress someone with a sophisticated palate, look no further than this recipe.
I mean, sure, we’re only using truffle oil, and not the real deal, but hey, it does give popcorn an incredible, mind-blowing flavor!
4. Movie Theater
Are you missing the experience of watching a movie in an actual movie theater? This recipe will help you feel like you’re in one!
It’s a copycat recipe of the movie theatre popcorn we all know and love, but much better because it costs a lot less!
5. Cajun
Live your life with a little spice with Cajun popcorn. Bring in the heat!
This popcorn is bursting with flavor! From thyme to garlic to paprika, every bite gives you different levels of deliciousness.
The great thing about it is that you can adjust the amount of spice that goes into the popcorn, so feel free to experiment.
6. Vegan
If you’re vegan but craving the rich flavor of cheese, this popcorn recipe is what you need.
Not only is it super affordable and easy to make but it’ll also satisfy your itch for cheese.
The secret? Vegan parmesan cheese and nutritional yeast!
7. Everything Bagel
Everything Bagel isn’t only for bagels. This seasoning can flavor a bunch of dishes, including popcorn.
You can make your own blend of poppy seeds, sesame seeds, garlic, onion, and salt, or just get one at Trader Joe’s.
Aside from the seasoning, you’ll also be adding garlic and butter. It couldn’t get any better than that.
8. Wasabi and Ginger
If you’re looking for something unique, go for this recipe. Wasabi and ginger create a fiery flavor that you can’t get anywhere else!
Wasabi is a Japanese paste made of horseradish, and it’s spicy! Just a tad will clear your stuffy nose right up.
Add ginger into the mix, and you’ll have a snack that’s bursting with heat.
9. Honey Mustard
If you’re in the mood for sweet, savory, and tangy popcorn, this is the one to beat.
Who says honey and mustard can only be used as a dip? Use it on popcorn, and I’m telling you, it will change your life forever.
10. Pepperoni Pizza
Popcorn and pizza are two of the best treats in the world.
Put those flavors together, and you’ll have a wonderful movie snack sure to make your heart happy.
This popcorn pizza is fully loaded with flavors from cheese, tomato, basil, and oregano!
11. Chipotle Lime
With a little bit of chipotle seasoning and a splash of lime juice, you’ll have a ridiculously tasty snack.
It’s salty, smoky, spicy, and tangy all at the same time. It’s unique, and it sure hits the spot.
12. Thai Curry
To me, curry is one of the most delicious things in the world. I’m drawn to its distinct flavor like a moth to a flame.
I never thought to use it on popcorn, though. So when I stumbled upon this recipe, you can imagine my glee!
If you are curry-obsessed like me, you should definitely give this one a try.
13. French Onion
French onion soup mix in my popcorn? It may seem strange, but hear me out. The soup mix adds such a wonderful flavor!
A packet of French onion soup mix contains dry onion flakes, onion powder, parsley, paprika, pepper, celery seed, and beef bouillon granules.
Now, picture all those flavors in your popcorn. Amazing, right?
14. Salt and Vinegar
Salt and vinegar – a simple, no-frills flavor that will knock your socks off.
If you’re a fan of salt and vinegar chips, you’ll love this recipe.
It’s salty, sour, and 100% addictive.
15. Margarita
“Huh?” That’s my first reaction when I saw this recipe. But when I tried, man, I was blown away.
Instead of just sugar and butter, you’ll add margarita mix for the popcorn glaze.
The result is similar to caramel corn, but with a bit of boozy flavor. Let’s get the party started!
16. Peanut Butter
Peanut butter and popcorn? I’m listening.
If you’re into sweet and salty treats, you’ll fall in love with this one.
Popcorn is drizzled with a peanut butter sauce, giving you a sweet and salty, and creamy and crunchy snack.
17. S’Mores
Give your movie night an amazing campfire twist with s’mores popcorn. All the best things in s’mores are added to crunchy popcorn.
Popcorn kernels are coated in chocolate and loaded with mini-marshmallows and graham cracker cereal. Yum.
18. Cinnamon Roll
Honestly, I never thought to put cinnamon in my popcorn.
When I tried it, though, it blew me away. I may be eating popcorn, but the flavor reminds me of Cinnabon!
19. Rocky Road
The classic ice cream flavor in popcorn form? I’m intrigued!
Chocolate and caramel-coated popcorn kernels are combined and loaded with mini-marshmallows and walnuts.
This sweet treat will make every kid jump for joy!
20. Cookies & Cream
Cookies and cream popcorn is the stuff of legends. Popcorn kernels are coated with white chocolate and sprinkled with crushed cookies.
It’s everything an Oreo lover can ask for.
21. Nacho
This 5-ingredient nacho popcorn is genius! Popcorn is flavored with butter, paprika, cumin, and grated parmesan.
Whoever came up with this idea deserves an award.
22. Peppermint Bark
It’s crunchy and sweet with a little bit of spice. If you’re looking for the perfect holiday treat, this is it right here.
23. Maple Crunch
Are your taste buds craving for the distinct flavor of maple? Give maple popcorn a whirl.
It’s sweet and crunchy, with hints of caramel and toffee.
24. Sweet and Salty
This recipe couldn’t be any simpler, but it sure is amazing.
Butter, honey, vanilla, and salt join forces to make your popcorn sweet, salty, and spectacular.
25. Chocolate Chip Cookie
Why eat one snack when you can have two? With this popcorn bark recipe, you get to enjoy popcorn and chocolate chip cookies in one bite!
25 Best Flavored Popcorn Recipe Collection
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Instructions
- Select your favorite recipe.
- Organize all the required ingredients.
- Prep a popcorn snack in 30 minutes or less!
