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3 DIY Brown Paper Bag Microwave Popcorn Treats

June 21, 2017 By Patricia 28 Comments

I love popcorn but I haven’t eaten it much lately. My popcorn munching goes in spurts, but I think these 3 DIY Brown Paper Bag Microwave Popcorn Treats will tide me over for a while. You’ll find a sweet, salty, and spicy option to satisfy everyone.

3 DIY Brown Paper Bag Microwave Popcorn Treats are easy to make. You'll love these fun snack flavors!

Buffalo-Ranch Popcorn

My mom used to make popcorn on the stovetop in a heavy cast iron skillet. You just cannot beat it for a simple, satisfying snack, right?

Straight from the microwave is a little more convenient than the stovetop version, but not by much. If you prefer your popcorn from a pan, pop it up and do your happy dance! You can still season it with the three options here.

3 DIY Brown Paper Bag Microwave Popcorn Treats are easy to make and fun to eat! There is something for everyone to snack on!

For you microwave types, did you know you can easily make microwave popcorn without much more than a brown paper lunch bag and, well, popcorn kernels?

Yep. Just toss the kernels in a bag and pop. It doesn’t get much easier. Add the kernels to a standard-size brown lunch bag, fold it over a few times, and pop on the “Popcorn” setting on your microwave. Just be sure to keep an eye on things so neither the popcorn nor the bag burns.

3 DIY Brown Paper Bag Microwave Popcorn Treats are so fun! You'll love these easy-to-make treat options!

Unicorn Fun Popcorn

When I started to think of the ways I could make 3 DIY brown paper bag microwave popcorn treats, my options grew, and grew, and grew. The list of seasonings and flavors is pretty much endless.

Speaking of options, you might like to try my St. Patrick’s Day Mint-Chocolate Popcorn snack (good any time of year in my opinion), or my Sesame and Nori Popcorn.

3 DIY Brown Paper Bag Microwave Popcorn Treats offer something for everyone. You'll find sweet, salty, and spicy for your snacking fun!

For this post I came up with sweet, salty, and spicy versions: Unicorn Fun popcorn (I can’t believe I jumped on the unicorn train!), Parmesan Pepper popcorn, and Buffalo-Ranch popcorn.

These are fun and flavorful treats to whip up on your own. No fuss required, and you only need a few ingredients. The sweet version — Unicorn Fun — is definitely sweet, and kids will love its color and candy coating.

3 DIY Brown Paper Bag Microwave Popcorn Treats are perfect for your snacking needs! Everyone will love these popcorn treats!

Parmesan Pepper Popcorn

The salty option — Parmesan Pepper — is simple and pretty much perfect in my book. A few shakes of Parmesan and a couple twists of the peppermill and you’ve got a more grown-up popcorn treat.

For a bit of spiciness, try the Buffalo-Ranch popcorn. It tastes like your favorite wings, and not nearly as messy. I tried to make this with Buffalo sauce but it didn’t work for me (soggy popcorn – ick). I found a packet of dried Buffalo seasoning at the store in the spice aisle that worked perfectly. You’ll also need a seasoning packet for Ranch dressing.

3 DIY Brown Paper Bag Microwave Popcorn Treats offer something for every taste. These treast make snacking fun!

The next time you’re craving popcorn, consider one of these 3 DIY Brown Paper Bag Microwave Popcorn Treats. They make for a fun snack option!

3 DIY Brown Paper Bag Microwave Popcorn Treats offer something for everyone! You'll love the options: sweet, salty, and spicy for fun sancking!

Nutrition

Calories

113 cal

Fat

12 g

Carbs

1 g
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Yields 6 cups

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Ingredients

    For the Buffalo Ranch Popcorn
  • 1/2 cup popcorn kernels, divided in half
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter, divided
  • 2 tablespoons Ranch dressing dried seasoning mix
  • 2 tablespoons Buffalo wing dried seasoning mix
  • For the Unicorn Fun Popcorn
  • 1/2 cup popcorn kernels, divided in half
  • 1 (8-ounce) bag white candy melts, divided in half
  • Blue and pink (or red) food color
  • Candy sprinkles
  • Aluminum foil
  • For the Parmesan Pepper Popcorn
  • 1/2 cup popcorn kernels, divided in half
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon, more to taste, ground black pepper

Instructions

    For the Buffalo Ranch Popcorn
  1. Divide the kernels between 2 brown paper lunch bags. Fold the top of each bag down a few times. Add one bag at a time to the microwave, standing up.
  2. Microwave for a few minutes (I used the “Popcorn” setting on my microwave, which worked well) until the kernels stop popping. Keep a watch on the popping corn so it (and the bag) doesn’t burn. Pop the remaining corn.
  3. Divide the popcorn between two separate bowls. Drizzle the melted butter over each and toss to coat.
  4. Add the Ranch dressing mix to one bowl of popcorn and toss to combine. Add the Buffalo wing mix to the other and toss to combine.
  5. Mix the two together in a large bowl.
  6. For the Unicorn Fun Popcorn
  7. Pop the corn as described above.
  8. Place foil on 2 baking pans and set aside.
  9. In two separate bowls, melt the candy in the microwave. Once melted, add a few drops of the blue coloring to one, and the pink to the other. Stir to combine.
  10. Divide the popcorn between two bowls. Drizzle one bowl of melted candy over one bowl of popcorn and gently mix well to coat.
  11. Transfer the popcorn to one of the baking pans, spread it out across the pan. Shake the sprinkles over the top. Refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  12. Do the same with the remaining popcorn and candy.
  13. Remove from the refrigerator and break up the clumps of popcorn.
  14. Toss both colors of the popcorn together into a large bowl.
  15. For the Parmesan Pepper Popcorn
  16. Pop the corn as described above.
  17. Transfer the popcorn to a large bowl. Drizzle the melted butter over the popcorn and toss to coat.
  18. Sprinkle the Parmesan and pepper over the popcorn and toss to combine.

Notes

Be sure to keep an eye on your microwave when popping your corn so neither the corn nor the bag burns. I used my "Popcorn" setting on my microwave, and it worked well, but all microwave power varies.

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Comments

  1. Meghan @ Cake 'n Knife says

    June 21, 2017 at 3:49 pm

    I love the variety and that these recipes are so simple! Popcorn doesn't last long in my house, so I need more recipes on hand!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 21, 2017 at 11:04 pm

      The flavor possibilities are endless! Thanks so much, Meghan!
      Reply
  2. Lynn White says

    June 21, 2017 at 4:01 pm

    These all look good, but I think the Parmesan peppercorn is my fave!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 21, 2017 at 11:04 pm

      That was probably my fave, too, Lynn -- good taste :)
      Reply
  3. Kim says

    June 21, 2017 at 6:00 pm

    Never knew it was so easy to make homemade microwave popcorn...your toppings sound yummy
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 21, 2017 at 11:03 pm

      It really is! Thanks a bunch, Kim!
      Reply
  4. Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

    June 21, 2017 at 6:13 pm

    Love these options! They're so fun and I am sure my kids and their friends will love them!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 21, 2017 at 11:03 pm

      Thanks so much, Marlynn! Yes, something fun for everyone!
      Reply
  5. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

    June 21, 2017 at 6:20 pm

    Movie nights always call for a big bowl of popcorn! Thank you for sharing these ideas! Can't wait to try them.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 21, 2017 at 11:03 pm

      Thanks so much, Anna! Movies aren't the same without it!
      Reply
  6. Erin @ The Speckled Palate says

    June 21, 2017 at 7:09 pm

    OK, so I'd love to try one of each, but that Unicorn Fun Popcorn especially because it's SUCH a fun color!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 21, 2017 at 11:02 pm

      Thanks, Erin! It was really fun to make (and enjoy)!
      Reply
  7. Leah says

    June 21, 2017 at 7:37 pm

    I love a great popcorn, and all three of these recipes sound wonderful! Homemade is just the best!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 21, 2017 at 11:02 pm

      Thanks, Leah! It's so fun to personalize popcorn!
      Reply
  8. Jen says

    June 22, 2017 at 4:23 am

    The unicorn fun popcorn looks super festive! I can imagine it being a celebratory snack for a baby shower or girls' night in. Thanks for sharing these recipes!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 23, 2017 at 3:54 am

      Thanks so much, Jen! Yes, those are great opportunities to serve this fun treat!
      Reply
  9. eat good 4 life says

    June 22, 2017 at 11:14 am

    Wow I must make something like this for my kids over the weekend. The perfect popcorn recipes for movie night.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 23, 2017 at 3:54 am

      Something for everyone! Hope they enjoy!
      Reply
  10. Joanie @ One Dish Kitchen says

    June 22, 2017 at 2:47 pm

    We are big popcorn snackers here. I've never made popcorn in a bag in my microwave, I think I might try that method. But I love the different popcorn recipes here, definitely going to try these.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 23, 2017 at 3:53 am

      Thanks so much, Joanie! It's so easy (and a lot cheaper) than buying the prepackaged kind :)
      Reply
  11. Renee @ Getting Fit Fab says

    June 22, 2017 at 4:45 pm

    OMG the Unicorn Fun Popcorn looks so good! I'd definitely love to make that! Having homemade popcorn is truly the best, I'm like you I like popcorn in spurts.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 23, 2017 at 3:52 am

      Thanks so much, Renee! Popcorn is definitely a great snack!
      Reply
  12. Amy @ Little Dairy on the Prairie says

    June 23, 2017 at 2:50 am

    Movie night just got way better! Having a popcorn variety is perfect for my house!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 23, 2017 at 3:52 am

      Thanks, Amy! It's fun, and you can add so many different flavors!
      Reply
  13. Katerina @ diethood .com says

    June 23, 2017 at 1:46 pm

    Oh my, these are terrific!! I can't wait to make the unicorn popcorn for my girls!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 28, 2017 at 3:16 am

      Thanks so much, Katerina! I hope they love it!
      Reply
  14. Des @ Life's Ambrosia says

    June 23, 2017 at 8:26 pm

    These are such great snack ideas! My kiddos would be all over that Unicorn popcorn, while I'd be eating all that Parmesan version. SO good!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 28, 2017 at 3:16 am

      Right? A little something for all of us! Thanks so much, Des!
      Reply

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