Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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15
servings
15 cup

popped popcorn

popped

1 cup

butter

2 cup

brown sugar

packed

0.25 cup

molasses

0.25 cup

corn syrup

1 tbsp

ground ginger

ground

1 tsp

cinnamon

ground

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

baking soda

Step 1
~7 min

Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).

Step 2
~7 min

Line two large baking dishes (e.g., 9x13 inch pans) with foil and coat with cooking spray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~7 min

Fill each baking dish with 7 1/2 cups of popped popcorn.

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Step 4
~7 min

In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar, molasses, corn syrup, ground ginger, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 5
~7 min

Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it boils.

Step 6
~7 min

Boil the mixture for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 7
~7 min

Remove the saucepan from the heat and add baking soda, stirring to combine.

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Step 8
~7 min

Pour the butter-sugar mixture evenly over the popcorn in the baking dishes.

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Step 9
~7 min

Toss the popcorn to coat it thoroughly with the mixture.

Step 10
~7 min

Bake in the preheated oven at 250°F (120°C) for 1 hour, carefully stirring the warm mixture about every 15 minutes to ensure even baking and prevent burning.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~7 min

Remove the baking dishes from the oven and allow the gingerbread popcorn to cool completely before serving.

Key Technique: Baking

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Stirring frequently while baking ensures even coating and prevents burning.

Cool completely before storing to maintain crispness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (gingerbread spice)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a snack for parties or movie nights.

Package as a gift during the holidays.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Hot chocolate
Spiced apple cider

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Associated with holiday baking and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Holiday parties

Occasion Tags

Christmas
Holiday
Party
Movie Night

Popularity Score

65/100