Snacks and Treats

Peanut Butter Popcorn

Easy peanut butter popcorn: microwave butter, crunchy peanut butter and oil, then pour over popped corn for a warm, nutty snack.

Peanut Butter Popcorn

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Popcorn coated in a smooth, warm blend of butter, crunchy peanut butter and oil. Best served right away, or set on a baking sheet for extra crunch.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 minute
Total Time11 minutes
CourseSnack
CuisineAmerican
Servings8 servings
Calories126

Ingredients
  

  • 2 quarts popped corn
  • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 1/3 cup crunchy peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet

Directions
 

  1. Place the popped corn in a large bowl.
  2. In a 1-pint glass measuring cup, put the butter, peanut butter, and oil.
  3. Cover with wax paper and microwave on HIGH for 1 minute, or until the peanut butter is very soft.
  4. Stir until smooth.
  5. Drizzle slowly over the popcorn in a thin stream, tossing as you pour, so it is evenly coated.
  6. Serve right away while warm. For extra crunch, spread on a baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up.

Notes

Airtight; at room temperature use within 1 to 2 days. If the kitchen is warm or it has sat out nearly 2 hours, refrigerate and use within 3 to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 23g | Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 8.6g | Protein: 3.5g | Fat: 9.3g | Saturated Fat: 3.1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 7.6mg | Sodium: 69mg | Potassium: 87mg | Fiber: 1.7g | Sugar: 1.2g | Vitamin A: 104IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 6.7mg | Iron: 0.4mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 8 servings; popped corn counted as air-popped popcorn, butter or margarine (the first choice counted), crunchy peanut butter counted as smooth peanut butter. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.