Cheddar Cheese Popcorn

Cheddar Cheese Popcorn

Teach your kids the true art of sharing with a cheesy take on a favorite snack. Make sure you get some for yourself because one batch is bound to go fast!

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Cheddar Cheese Popcorn
Party Snacks
Try this recipe at your child's next party. Double the ingredients or divide them in half, depending on the size of your celebration.
30 Minutes or Less
Start to finish, this recipe requires only a half-hour or less to make!
Parent Supervision Needed
This recipe requires extra parent involvement and a watchful eye, because it may require sharp tools or hot pans.

Servings: 8

Prep Time: 5 min.

Cook Time: 5 min.

Ingredients

  • 8 cups popped corn
  • 3/4 cup finely grated cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp. Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 300°F. Line a cookie sheet with foil. Spread the popped corn on the prepared cookie sheet.

  2. Step 2

    Sprinkle the cheeses over the popcorn (kids will enjoy helping with this part). Place cookie sheet in the oven. Bake until the cheese is just melted and the popcorn is hot, about 5 minutes. Stir the popcorn and toss well. Pour into a bowl and serve warm.

Nurtition Facts

  • Calories: 106
  • Total Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 12mg
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Total Carbs: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Protein: 4g
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