Cheezy Popcorn Vegan
Get ready to elevate your snack game with this irresistible Cheezy Popcorn Vegan recipe! Bursting with bold, savory flavors, this plant-based treat combines fluffy popcorn coated in a deliciously cheesy blend of nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of smoky paprika. Made with just a handful of simple, pantry-friendly ingredients, this quick and easy vegan popcorn is ready in under 15 minutes, making it the perfect choice for movie nights, parties, or anytime cravings. Not only is this snack dairy-free and healthy, but it’s also gluten-free and packed with umami goodness that will have you reaching for handful after handful. Serve it warm for the ultimate satisfying crunch, and bring on the cheezy vibes—minus the cheese!
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil (or any neutral oil)
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for a smoky flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of coconut oil. Allow the oil to melt and heat up.
Step 2
Add a few popcorn kernels to the pot and cover with a lid. Wait for these kernels to pop; this will indicate that the oil is hot enough.
Step 3
Once the test kernels have popped, remove them and add the rest of the popcorn kernels to the pot in an even layer. Cover the pot again, leaving a small crack for steam to escape.
Step 4
Shake the pot occasionally to prevent burning. Continue cooking until the popping slows down to about 2-3 seconds between pops, then remove the pot from heat.
Step 5
Immediately transfer the popped popcorn to a large bowl to prevent it from steaming and getting soggy.
Step 6
In a small bowl, mix the nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika (if using), salt, and ground black pepper.
Step 7
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the popcorn while it's still warm. Toss the popcorn well to evenly coat it with the cheezy seasoning.
Step 8
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately and enjoy your vegan cheezy popcorn!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (99.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 496.4 |
| Total Fat 29.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 23.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1201.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 46.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.6g | |
| Protein 15.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 17.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 522.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories