Gluten Free Snacks Series: Popcorn

Popcorn is a perfect gluten free snack! One of my favorites. In fact, I just finished sharing a bowl with my husband (butter, salt, and parmesan cheese).

I prefer popping my own which is healthier than microwave bagged popcorn. If you don't have a popcorn popper, no worries. You can still air pop your own popcorn (in a bag or in a bowl). Or go ahead and eat the microwave popcorn. It's still delicious.

The best thing about popcorn (besides being inexpensive, counting as a whole grain, and being an excellent source of fiber) is how versatile it is! Whatever type of craving you're having, popcorn can help satisfy it.

Popcorn seasoning ideas:

• The basic butter and salt
• Parmesan cheese
• Taco seasoning
• Cheddar or white cheese seasoning
• Powdered sugar
• Cinnamon and sugar
• Italian seasoning (haven't tried this one personally, but others have said it's good)
• Drizzled chocolate (dark, milk, or white) (white sprinkled with cinnamon sugar would be heaven!)
• Honey
• Garlic powder
  
• Ranch seasoning
• Chili powder
• Hot sauce
• Herbs: Rosemary, oregano, basil, etc.
• Etc.

The options are endless. Plus you can try different combinations of these. You can also find specific popcorn toppings at the store.

Health tip: Canola oil or butter sprays can be used in place of butter to help salt and other seasonings stick better.

Besides toppings there are add-ins you can think about:

• m&ms or chocolate chips
  
• Nuts
• Dried fruit
• Shredded coconut
• Marshmallows
• Chex cereal
• Etc.

And then there's the different ways you can make popcorn:

• Popcorn balls
• Caramel popcorn
• Kettle corn
  
• Etc.

I just found recipes for coconut macaroon popcorn and honey butter popcorn! Can't wait to try them!

Do a recipe search for new ways to make popcorn. You'll find a ton (you can even find pizza popcorn!).

What ideas have I missed and what's your favorite way to make popcorn?