Nutritious Popcorn
A delightful mix of crunchy popcorn, salted peanuts, sunflower kernels, and sweet dried fruits, coated with cinnamon and honey for a nutritious snack. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a wholesome treat, this recipe combines sweet and salty flavors in a satisfying, crunchy package.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a 12-inch square microwave-safe baking dish, combine popcorn, salted peanuts, and sunflower kernels; mix well.
- In a saucepan, melt margarine with honey and sugar over medium heat until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in ground cinnamon.
- Pour the honey mixture over the popcorn and nut mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
- Add raisins and dried apricots, mixing gently to distribute evenly.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely before breaking into clusters.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
720
kcal
36% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).