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Cheesy Spicy Popcorn Seasoning

Make cheesy spicy popcorn seasoning with shredded cheddar, chili powder and garlic powder. A quick, zesty topping for a bowl of fresh popcorn.

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Sara Noel
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Cheesy spicy popcorn seasoning

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A cheddar and chili popcorn topping with a little garlic, tossed with butter over 4 to 5 cups of fresh popcorn. Because the cheese is perishable, make it fresh rather than as a jar gift.
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Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 minute
Total Time6 minutes
CourseSnack
CuisineAmerican
Servings5 cups
Calories88
Ingredients Equipment Directions Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 cups popped popcorn
  • 2 Tbsp melted salted butter
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Equipment

  • microwave-safe bowl

Directions
 

  1. Toss the popcorn with the butter.
  2. Scatter the cheese and seasonings over it and toss until evenly coated.
  3. Optional: microwave for a few seconds to melt the cheese.

Notes

Shredded cheddar is perishable; for a gift jar only the chili powder and garlic powder would keep.

Nutrition

Serving: 18g | Calories: 88kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.8g | Protein: 2.7g | Fat: 8.4g | Saturated Fat: 5.1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 126mg | Potassium: 22mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 440IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 5 cups. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.

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