If you're a sour candy lover, always chasing that perfect pucker, this vibrant Sour Candy Popcorn recipe is the snack for you. Big, fluffy Dell Cove® mushroom popcorn kernels hold up to the bold, sweet-tart candy glaze and sour gummies. Thissweet and tangy popcorn snack is perfect for parties, sleepovers, movie nights - or just a cozy evening with your favorite show.
Quick Answer
TL;DR: Pop the popcorn → make lemon-lime glaze → coat popcorn → bake → top with sour gummies → serve
Why You’ll Love This Sour Candy Popcorn Recipe
Sweet, tangy, and perfectly crunchy with sour candy and gummies
Fun, bright colors you can customize for holidays or themed parties
Easy to make at home with pantry staples and Dell Cove® popcorn
Perfect for party favors, edible gifts, or movie night snacks
This vibrant Sour Candy Popcorn is a sweet and tangy treat that’s as fun to eat as it is to make. Fluffy Dell Cove® mushroom popcorn gets coated in a lemon-lime candy glaze, then topped with sour gummies for an extra punch of flavor. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or edible gifts, this colorful snack delivers the perfect balance of crunch, sweetness, and sour zing in every bite.
Add oil and 2–3 kernels to a large pot with lid. Heat on high until kernels pop. Add remaining kernels and salt. Cover and cook on high, shaking often, until popping stops. Remove popcorn to a large bowl.
Step 2: Pre-Heat Your Oven
Pre-heat the oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 3: Make the Sweet and Tangy Glaze
In a pot, combine sugar, corn syrup, water, butter, and pinch of salt over low heat. Stir until dissolved. Add gelatin powder, stir until dissolved. Stir in baking soda (mixture will bubble).
Step 4: Coat and Bake
Pour candy mixture over popcorn, stirring to coat. Spread on parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake 10 minutes.
Step 5: Finish and Serve
Remove from the oven and sprinkle on the sour gummy candy. Serve immediately or store in air tight jars for up to 4 days at room temperature.
Recipe Note
Serving Ideas for Sour Candy Popcorn
Pack in cellophane bags for party favors or holiday gifts
Use red or green gummies for a Christmas treat
Pair with lemonade or fruity drinks at a summer BBQ
Add to a DIY candy bar or snack mix at birthday parties
FAQs About Sour Candy Popcorn
Q: How do I store Sour Candy Popcorn? A: Keep it in airtight jars at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Q: Can I use a different flavor of gelatin powder? A: Absolutely! Try watermelon, raspberry, or green apple for a fun twist.
Q: Is this Sour Candy Popcorn gluten-free? A: Yes - as long as you check that your gelatin powder and sour gummy candy are gluten-free. All of Dell Cove's popcorn varieties are naturally gluten-free!
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