Gluten Free Sweet-Salty Pumpkin Spice Popcorn
Warm, spiced, and just a little addictive, this popcorn hits every note you want from a snack — sweet from maple syrup, cozy from cinnamon, ginger, and allspice, and finished with a whisper of heat if you reach for the cayenne. The whole thing comes together with naturally gluten-free ingredients, so there's no swapping or substituting required; popcorn, coconut oil, and pantry spices do all the heavy lifting. A quick trip through the oven at low heat is what makes this batch truly special — it dries out the maple coating so every kernel crisps up instead of staying sticky. That optional pinch of flaky sea salt at the end is the move that ties the sweet and savory contrast together beautifully. It's the kind of snack that disappears faster than you expect, whether you're serving it at a fall gathering or just curled up on the couch.
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6 servings
- ½ cup popcorn kernels
- 3 tbsp coconut oil
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground allspice
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
For serving
- flaky sea salt, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Pop the popcorn kernels using your preferred stovetop or air-popper method. Transfer the popped corn to a large mixing bowl, discarding any unpopped kernels. You should have about 10–11 cups of popped corn.
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