Popcorn Snack Blends

Name: Popcorn Snack Blends
Ingredients: 2 cups kettle corn; 1/4 cup smoked almonds; 2 tablespoons chopped candied ginger or dried mango; 2 teaspoons furikake (seaweed seasoning); 2 cups white cheddar popcorn; 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder; Pinch of ground cumin; 1/4 cup roasted pistachios or pumpkin seeds; 2 tablespoons dried cranberries or cherries; 2 cups caramel popcorn; 1/4 cup peanuts; 2 tablespoons dried cherries or raisins; 2 tablespoons bittersweet chocolate chips (or chocolate-covered raisins)

MAKES 2 1/4 CUPS

Have fun and try these creative combos that cover the flavor gamut, from sweet to spicy. Our suggestions are just the beginning—we hope you'll be inspired to come up with your own tasty blends!

Ingredients

HURRICANE POPCORN

2 cups kettle corn
1/4 cup smoked almonds
2 tablespoons chopped candied ginger or dried mango
2 teaspoons furikake (seaweed seasoning)

CHIPOTLE CHEDDAR POPCORN

2 cups white cheddar popcorn
1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder
Pinch of ground cumin
1/4 cup roasted pistachios or pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons dried cranberries or cherries

CHOCOLATE CRACKER JACK

2 cups caramel popcorn
1/4 cup peanuts
2 tablespoons dried cherries or raisins
2 tablespoons bittersweet chocolate chips (or chocolate-covered raisins)

Directions

Hurricane Popcorn: In a large bowl, mix kettle corn, smoked almonds, and candied ginger or dried mango. Top with furikake.
Chipotle Cheddar Popcorn: In a large bowl, mix popcorn, chipotle powder, and cumin. Taste and adjust seasoning, as desired. Gently toss in pistachios and cranberries.
Chocolate Cracker Jack: In a large bowl, combine caramel corn, peanuts, and cherries or raisins. Sprinkle chocolate on top.