🧈 Ranch Popcorn
This ranch popcorn is a quick and flavorful snack made with freshly popped popcorn tossed in melted butter and a homemade ranch seasoning blend. It’s savory, herby, and perfectly seasoned, making it ideal for movie nights, parties, or anytime you’re craving a crunchy, satisfying snack.
Servings 4 cups
Calories 120kcal
Cost $2 per batch
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- small bowl
- Whisk or fork
- popcorn maker or pot
Ingredients
- 4 cups freshly popped popcorn
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil optional, for extra coating
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried chives
- ¼ teaspoon fine salt adjust to taste
- â…› teaspoon black pepper
- â…› teaspoon paprika optional, for color
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn using your preferred method and place it in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the melted butter and olive oil.
- Drizzle the butter mixture evenly over the popcorn and toss gently to coat.
- In a small bowl, mix dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, chives, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Sprinkle the ranch seasoning evenly over the popcorn while tossing until well coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Use freshly popped popcorn for the best texture and flavor.
- Season the popcorn while it is still warm so the butter coats evenly.
- Add extra dill or garlic powder for a stronger ranch flavor.
- Lightly mist with more melted butter if the popcorn feels dry.
- Start with less salt and adjust after tasting.
- Let the flavors sit for a few minutes before serving.
- Enjoy fresh or store in an airtight container for up to one day.