Description

This Cinnamon Bun Popcorn recipe offers a delightful twist on traditional popcorn by coating it with a warm cinnamon-sugar mixture and a sweet glaze reminiscent of classic cinnamon buns. Perfect for snack time or a cozy movie night treat, it combines the crunch of popcorn with the comforting flavors of cinnamon, brown sugar, and a sweet confectioners’ sugar glaze.

Ingredients

Scale

Popcorn Base

8 cups popcorn (about 1/4 cup unpopped kernels)

Coating

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Glaze

1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
1 1/2 to 2 teaspoons water (adjust for glaze consistency)

Instructions

Toss Popcorn with Butter and Spices: On a large baking sheet, combine the popped popcorn and melted butter. Sprinkle the light brown sugar and ground cinnamon over the mixture, tossing everything well to ensure each popcorn kernel is evenly coated. Spread the coated popcorn evenly across the baking sheet.
Prepare the Glaze: In a glass measuring cup or small bowl, whisk the confectioners’ sugar together with 1 1/2 teaspoons of water. Gradually add more water, about 1/2 teaspoon at a time, whisking continuously until the glaze reaches a consistency similar to a cinnamon roll glaze—smooth and slightly runny.
Drizzle and Set: Drizzle the prepared glaze evenly over the cinnamon-coated popcorn on the baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the glaze sets completely and holds the popcorn pieces together lightly.

Notes

For best results, use freshly popped popcorn that is still warm to better absorb the butter and sugar mixture.
You can adjust the cinnamon quantity to your taste preference for a stronger or milder spice flavor.
If you prefer a crunchier texture, spread the popcorn thinly and avoid overcrowding on the baking sheet.
Store leftover popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain crispness.
To make this recipe vegan, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (popcorn assumed pre-popped)
Category: Snack
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Cinnamon Bun Popcorn, sweet popcorn, cinnamon sugar popcorn, popcorn glaze, snack recipe, easy popcorn recipe