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Candied Honey-Adobo Popcorn with Bacon and Lime

February 3, 2014 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

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I have a weakness for snacks that combine sweet and salty flavors! This candied honey-adobo popcorn is a savory-sweet treat with a hint of spiciness, and it is the perfect snack to serve at a big game, or even to package up as a unique gift. I will go on record that this is honestly the best snack recipe I have ever made, and I think you’ll feel the same way after your very first bite!

Candied Honey-Adobo Popcorn with Bacon and Lime. Sweet, spicy and salty in one! So incredibly good!

 

Candied Honey-Adobo Popcorn with Bacon and Lime

A sweet, savory and spicy snack, this candied popcorn recipe features the smoky flavor of adobo with the goodness of honey and the smokiness of bacon. Perfect for serving a crowd or packaging up as a unique edible gift!
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 1 hr
Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Ingredients
  

  • 5 slices chopped cooked bacon
  • 10 cups prepared popcorn see note below
  • 4-5 whole chipotle chiles in adobo
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 1/4 cup corn syrup
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Place prepared bacon in the freezer for 15 minutes. Preheat oven to 275 degrees.
  • Place chiles, brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, honey and lime juice in a food process, and process until mixture is smooth and frothy. Transfer to a microwave-safe dish and heat on high until mixture boils, stirring after every minute, for about 2 minutes total. Stir in bacon and season with salt, if desired.
  • Place popped corn in a very large bowl, and pour prepared sauce over, stirring well to coat. Transfer popcorn to a greased roasting pan. Place in preheated oven and bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Allow mixture to cool completely before placing in an air-tight container for storage.

Notes

If using bagged, pre-salted popcorn, there is no need to add additional salt to this recipe. If, however, you use plain kernels, additional salt should be added to taste.
Each and every morsel of this popcorn combines sweetness, saltiness and spiciness. It is indescribably good!

Candied Honey-Adobo Popcorn with Bacon and Lime. Sweet, spicy and salty in one! So incredibly good! Candied Honey-Adobo Popcorn with Bacon and Lime. Sweet, spicy and salty in one! So incredibly good!

 

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Amy @ Positively Splendid
Amy @ Positively Splendid

Having grown up in a home brimming with sewing notions and paintbrushes, Amy has a deep love for all things creative. On any given day, you’ll find her knee-deep in her latest creative endeavor, with projects ranging from sewing and crafts to home decor and kid-friendly ideas. Amy believes that everyone, regardless of skill level or experience, possesses the ability to create something beautiful, and Positively Splendid was born of her passion for helping others harness their innate creative potential.

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  1. HIldie says

    February 3, 2014 at 9:11 am

    This sounds so weird but I adore bacon, lime and popcorn so it must be good. One question, though: since it’s bacon does it have to be refrigerated? How long can it be left out at room temp? Is that a concern?

    • Amy @ Positively Splendid says

      February 6, 2014 at 1:15 pm

      I actually didn’t refrigerate my batch because it didn’t last long enough. 😉 I would say anything left after a few hours should be stored in the fridge, though.

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