Cinnamon Crunch Popcorn, by Whirley Pop

Cinnamon Crunch Popcorn, by Whirley Pop

This takes 2 people once the popping is finished.

Makes 6 servings. . .but it's barely enough for our family of 5.

2 tsp. cinnamon

1 T. sugar

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 c. popcorn kernels

1/4 c. oil - we use olive for this

1/4 c. sugar

In a 1/2 cup measuring cup, mix the cinnamon, 1 T. sugar and salt.  Set close to stove.

If using an electric stove, pre-heat the burner to medium high heat.  This is not necessary if using a gas burner.

Add popcorn, oil and 1/4 c. sugar to the popper.  Fasten the lid securely.  Place on burner heated to medium high heat.  Slowly turn the crank on handle to stir the popcorn.  Popping should start in about 2-3 min.  Continue stirring until popping almost stops.

Remove quickly from heat, open lid and pour in cinnamon/sugar mixture over hot popcorn.  I found this mixes best if you have a 2nd person continue stirring with the crank while I sprinkle the cinnamon/sugar mixture over the moving popcorn.  It's hot, so use hot mitts to protect yourself from the steam.  We then close the lid and give it a few more quick stirs with the crank before dumping the contents into a large popcorn bowl or onto a large tray to cool.    Stores well in airtight containers.