Learn to make cotton candy popcorn with this easy, fun recipe!

Perfect for movie nights and partiessweet, colorful, and totally irresistible.

Ever wondered what happens when your favorite fluffy fair treat collides with the classic movie snack?

Cotton Candy Popcorn

Well, wonder no more!

Were makingcotton candy popcorn, and its going to be epic.

This isnt just any snack; its a statement.

Cotton Candy Popcorn Recipe

And the best part?

Its surprisingly easy to whip up.

(PS dont forget to try our cotton candycookies,dessert shots, andrice krispie treats!)

cotton candy and popcorn

Lets turn your kitchen into the coolest snack bar in town!

There are several types like yellow, white, and even more exotic ones like blue or red.

Each has its own unique flavor and texture.

cotton candy flavored popcorn

Get the Oil Right

Use a good oil with a high smoke point.

Coconut oil, canola oil, and peanut oil are great choices.

Coconut oil adds a nice sweetness to the popcorn.

cotton candy and popcorn recipe

Proper Pot and Lid

Use a heavy-bottom pot to distribute heat evenly and prevent burning.

confirm the lid is slightly ajar to let steam escape, which gives you crisper popcorn.

Heat Control

Start with a couple of test kernels in the oil over medium heat.

Cotton candy extract, sugar, popcorn kernels, vanilla, corn syrup, butter, salt

Once they pop, you know the oil is hot enough to add the rest of your popcorn kernels.

Shake the pan gently once the kernels start popping to keep them from burning.

Each method can affect the texture and flavor of your popcorn.

Combine Sugar, Butter, Corn Syrup, Salt in a Saucepan

Are you ready to try this recipe?

Heres what youre going to need.

Bring the Mixture to the Softball Stage

Stir in Baking Soda, Vanilla, Flavoring, and Food Coloring

Pour Coating Over Popcorn

Let Cool and Break Into Pieces

Garnish with Cotton Candy