Popcorn is a classic snack associated with movie-going. A delicious variation involves combining popcorn with Hot Tamales, creating a treat that balances salty, spicy, and sweet flavors. To make it at home, begin with traditional or pre-made popcorn. Melt Hot Tamales, sugar, corn syrup, and water to create a blend, then pour this over the popcorn on a baking sheet. As an alternative in theaters, combine Hot Tamales directly with purchased movie popcorn for a simpler version of the snack.
"To not only recreate this feeling at home, but kick it up a notch, you can combine popcorn with Hot Tamales for a treat that's equal parts salty, spicy, and sweet."
"Then, you'll want to mix a package of Hot Tamales, a cup of sugar, half a cup of corn syrup, and half a cup of water in a pot and bring it to a boil."
"Once the candies are fully melted (it should reach about 300 degrees Fahrenheit), pour the blend over your popcorn."
"You can enjoy a slightly less fancy version by simply purchasing movie theater popcorn and Hot Tamales, then incorporating the candy directly into the popcorn."
Read at Tasting Table
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]