litterrazzi Popcorn

Published: February 23, 2005

Makes 6 servings

A watch party for the 77th annual Academy Awards on Feb. 27 will no doubt include plenty of munchy foods. Fans won't want to miss a bit of the action, from the preview shows right through the several hours of acceptance speeches and presentations. One snack worthy of the red carpet treatment is the sweet and savory Glitterrazzi Popcorn. Prepare buttery microwave popcorn and mix with dried cranberries, nuts and melted vanilla chips, then serve in martini glasses for an elegant presentation. You might even want to top each serving with a shimmery dusting of edible gold or silver powder, available at bakers supply shops.

1 bag popped buttered microwave popcorn (10-12 cups) (Jolly Time Blast o' Butter suggested)

1 cup salted mixed nuts

½ cup dried cranberries

1 package (12 ounces) white vanilla-flavored baking chips

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Edible powder with gold or silver color, optional

Pop popcorn according to package directions. Open bag carefully and pour into large bowl; discard unpopped kernels. Add nuts and cranberries to bowl with popcorn and stir well.

In microwave oven or double boiler, melt chips according to package directions. Pour over popcorn mixture and stir until evenly coated. Spread onto large rimmed baking sheet and sprinkle with cinnamon, stirring to distribute evenly. Cool completely. Sprinkle with the gold- or silver-colored powder, if desired. Store tightly covered.

Serve popcorn in martini glasses for an award-winning touch of class.

Nutrition facts per serving: 290 calories, 20 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 0 mg cholesterol, 330 mg sodium, 28 g carbohydrates, 7 g dietary fiber and 6 g protein.

Source: Jolly Time.