pop! goes my summer: buttered popcorn popsicles

And they’re just as good as they sound.

buttered popcorn popsicles

I was both inspired by, and skeptical of the concept of a salted, buttered popcorn popsicle. But Erica Rax’s photos – and even just the prospect of these being a success – were enough to make me succumb.

buttered popcorn popsicles

And I’m so, so glad I did.

The base for these pops is infused with the flavors of salted buttered popcorn – and then coated with bits of popcorn just prior to serving.

They’re easy, delicious, and made with just a few simple ingredients.

Enjoy!

buttered popcorn popsicles

Buttered Popcorn Popsicles
from Erika Rax

Makes 5

1/4 cup popcorn kernels
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons sugar
1 1/4 cups whole milk
3/4 cup heavy cream
generous pinch of flaky sea salt

Pop the popcorn using any technique you like (I’m a fan of this microwave method). Pour into a large bowl and set aside.

In a medium saucepan set over medium heat, combine the butter, sugar, salt and popcorn. When the butter has melted add the milk, cream, 1 1/2 cups of the popped corn and sea salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for a minute. Transfer mixture to a bowl and cool completely. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Strain mixture into a measuring cup and pour evenly into your popsicle molds. Freeze for 30-45 minutes or till slushy. Add sticks and freeze overnight.

To release the pops, hold molds briefly under hot water – place on a foil-lined tray in the freezer till ready to serve. Toss about a cup of the reserved popcorn into your food processor and process into small-ish bits. Just before serving, brush the popsicles with hot water and cover with some of the popcorn bits. Serve immediately.

(print this recipe)


This delicious recipe brought to you by Sheri Silver
https://sherisilver.com/2015/07/22/pop-goes-my-summer-buttered-popcorn-popsicles/

Need more popsicle “inspiration”? Check out my Popsicles Pinterest board!

2 Comments

  1. Lauren @ A Nerd Cooks on July 22, 2015 at 6:00 pm

    Such an interesting concept for a popsicle! Love it.

    • sherisilver on July 22, 2015 at 7:47 pm

      I know – that’s why I had to try them – SO good!

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