Easter Popcorn Baskets
Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free
Easter Popcorn
Popcorn is a popular snack found in numerous varieties at the supermarket, but many options are laden with butter. Instead, try this delicious Gluten Free, Dairy Free Popcorn recipe that can be a delightful adventure to create at home. The possibilities with flavours and combinations are endless, making it a perfect treat for family gatherings, especially around Easter.
With a large family, we often whip up a substantial batch, but if you're cooking for fewer, simply halve the ingredients. This scrumptious popcorn can be stored in an airtight container for several days, ensuring your tasty creation lasts. Give it a go and discover a wholesome alternative that everyone will love!
24 Muffin Cases of Popcorn
Easter popcorn baskets
Easter Popcorn Baskets
Ingredients:
225 g sugar
2 tablespoons of corn syrup
2 tablespoons of water
75 g of popcorn kernels or approximately 500 g of freshly popped or store popcorn (plain)
200 g gluten free, dairy free dark chocolate
1/2 cup pecans chopped (optional)
1/2 cup dried cranberries (optional)
Gluten free, Dairy free chocolate eggs or jelly beans
Method:
Line muffin tins with 24 cases
Pop the popcorn kernels and leave to one side.
Combine the sugar, corn syrup and water in a pan and bring to boil over a low heat. Cook, stirring very occasionally, until a golden colour forms. I find this takes approximately 20 minutes. Do not try to rush this stage. Remember sugar can get very hot and burn so be careful.
Meanwhile melt the chocolate.
Once the caramel colour has formed remove from the heat and add the melted chocolate, pecans, cranberries and popcorn. Stir very well until it is all coated. You will need a large saucepan for this! Work quickly!
As you place the popcorn in the muffin cases add the decorations as required.
Additional Notes:
Feel free to change the combination of chocolate. Perhaps 100 g milk with 100 g plain. Try a chocolate flavour or your choice such as mint or orange.
If you wish the popcorn to be covered in more chocolate, then just add less popcorn. We prefer ours coated lightly rather than covered completely. Place the popcorn on a baking sheet with greaseproof paper then break up and place in airtight container ready for movie night!
The pan will be a horrible mess to clean! I fill this with water and a small squirt of washing up liquid and bring back to the boil and stir until any remaining sugar, chocolate has dissolved. Then pour this down sink and wash as normal.
Equipment Used:
Saucepan
Large mixing bowl
Muffin tin
Muffin cases
Wooden spoons
Storage Container.
Recipe Created by: Emma Alexander-Cook.
