Scotcharoo Popcorn Recipe

Introduction

Scotcharoo Popcorn is a delightful treat combining sweet, salty, and nutty flavors with a crunchy texture. This easy-to-make snack features popcorn coated in a rich peanut butter and honey mixture, topped with luscious chocolate and butterscotch drizzles. Perfect for movie nights or parties, it’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• 8 cups popped popcorn, plain (about ⅓ cup kernels)
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• ¾ cup honey
• 1 cup brown sugar
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• ¼ cup butterscotch chips
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Instructions

1. Step 1: Put the popcorn in a large bowl and remove any kernels that did not pop.
2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan, melt together the peanut butter, honey, brown sugar, and salt over medium-low heat until smooth. Be careful not to overheat, or the mixture will be too hard to coat the popcorn.
3. Step 3: Pour the peanut butter mixture over the popcorn and gently fold until all the popcorn is coated evenly.
4. Step 4: Spread the coated popcorn on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Step 5: In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt together the chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and coconut oil until smooth.
6. Step 6: Drizzle the melted chocolate and butterscotch mixture over the popcorn evenly.
7. Step 7: Let the popcorn rest until the topping is set, about 30 to 60 minutes.

Tips & Variations

• For a crunchier texture, toast the popcorn lightly before coating.
• Substitute almond butter for peanut butter for a different nutty flavor.
• Add chopped nuts or mini marshmallows for extra texture and sweetness.
• Use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet for a richer chocolate taste.

Storage

Store the Scotcharoo Popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Keep it away from heat and moisture to maintain its crispness. If it softens, you can re-crisp it briefly in a 250°F oven for 5-7 minutes, but watch carefully to avoid burning.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use salted popcorn instead of plain?

It’s best to use plain popcorn so you can control the saltiness. The recipe already includes salt, and using salted popcorn may make the snack too salty.

How do I melt the chocolate and butterscotch chips without burning them?

Melt the chips slowly over low heat on the stovetop or use the microwave in short 15-20 second intervals, stirring between each until smooth. Adding coconut oil helps create a smoother texture and prevents burning.

Scotcharoo Popcorn Recipe

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Scotcharoo Popcorn is a deliciously sweet and crunchy treat combining buttery peanut butter, rich honey, and brown sugar coated popcorn, topped with drizzles of melted semi-sweet chocolate and butterscotch chips. Perfect for a snack or party treat, this no-bake recipe is quick to prepare and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

• Author: Joe
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
• Yield: About 8 cups 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Popcorn

• 8 cups popped popcorn, plain (about ⅓ cup kernels)

Peanut Butter Mixture

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• ¾ cup honey
• 1 cup brown sugar
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Chocolate Drizzle

• ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• ¼ cup butterscotch chips
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Instructions

1. Prepare the Popcorn: Put the popcorn in a large bowl and carefully remove any unpopped kernels to prevent choking hazards.
2. Melt Peanut Butter Mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine peanut butter, honey, brown sugar, and salt. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and fully melted, taking care not to overheat to avoid hard coating.
3. Coat the Popcorn: Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the popcorn. Gently fold the mixture into the popcorn until all pieces are evenly coated.
4. Arrange Popcorn: Spread the coated popcorn evenly on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool and set.
5. Melt Chocolate and Butterscotch: In a small saucepan over low heat or microwave-safe bowl, melt together semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and coconut oil until smooth and combined.
6. Drizzle Chocolate: Drizzle the melted chocolate mixture evenly over the coated popcorn on the baking sheet.
7. Set the Scotcharoo Popcorn: Allow the popcorn to rest at room temperature for 30 to 60 minutes until the chocolate drizzle has set and the popcorn is firm.

Notes

• Ensure to remove all unpopped kernels to prevent choking hazards.
• Do not overheat the peanut butter mixture as it can become too hard to coat the popcorn properly.
• You can substitute honey with corn syrup or maple syrup for different sweetness profiles.
• Store the Scotcharoo popcorn in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
• If you prefer, you can use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet for a richer chocolate flavor.

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