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A speckled white bowl heaped with orange cheddar-coated popcorn flecked with green jalapeño powder, on a cream tablecloth by a window with a terracotta napkin and a fresh jalapeño behind it
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Jalapeño Cheddar Popcorn

Stovetop popcorn tossed with melted butter, cheddar cheese powder, mustard powder and a little jalapeño powder for a cheesy snack with mild heat.
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword Jalapeno Pepper
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 286kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
  • 3 tablespoons canola oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1/4 cup cheddar cheese powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon jalapeño powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add the canola oil to a medium-sized pot over medium-high heat. Allow the oil to warm for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the popcorn kernels, then cover the pot. Shake the pot often as the popcorn begins to pop. Continue to shake until the popcorn is completely popped, then transfer it to a large bowl.
  • To the popcorn add the melted butter, cheddar cheese powder, mustard powder, and jalapeño powder. Toss the popcorn to completely coat. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

Want it spicier? Double the amount of jalapeño powder used to start. Add more to your desired spiciness. 

Nutrition

Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 101mg | Potassium: 168mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 374IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 1mg