Go Back
+ servings
Food blogger, Bella Bucchiotti of xoxoBella, shares a homemade seasoned jalapeno popcorn recipe which is an easy movie night snack.
Print Recipe
5 from 4 votes

Jalapeño Popcorn

Jalapeño popcorn is a spicy, cheesy snack made with fresh and pickled jalapeños, white cheddar, and herbs for bold flavor in every crunchy bite.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Party
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 3 Tablespoons butter
  • 1 Can pickled jalapenos sliced
  • ½ Cup popcorn kernels
  • 1 Teaspoon salt
  • ½ Teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon popcorn powder white cheddar flavor
  • 3 Tablespoons cilantro freshly chopped
  • 1 jalapeño fresh, sliced

Instructions

  • Put your Dutch oven or large pot over a medium low heat.
  • Once hot, add the butter.
  • Next, add the pickled jalapeños to the melted butter. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often.
  • Pour in the popcorn kernels and add salt and pepper. Stir and spread the kernels in an even layer and cover.
  • Once the popcorn starts popping, lift the pot just slightly off the burner and shake back and forth to evenly distribute the heat.
  • Cook until the popping slows, be sure to shake the pan every 30 seconds. All together this should only take 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Toss popcorn with white cheddar powder, chopped cilantro, and sliced jalapeños, and serve immediately while still warm.

Notes

Don’t walk away: Stay near the Dutch oven so you can shake it regularly for even popping.
Taste before salting: The cheddar powder and pickled jalapeños may already be salty enough.
Add herbs last: Toss in the cilantro just before serving to keep it fresh and vibrant.

Nutrition

Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 1019mg | Potassium: 125mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 761IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg

QR code

Scan this QR code with your phone's camera to view this recipe on your mobile device.

qr code