Cheesy Popcorn – U.S. Center for Dairy Excellence

Cheesy Popcorn

Cheddar, Parmesan and permeate powders make a perfect and tempting seasoning combo, boosting flavor in this cheesy snack. A perfect addition to any party or home movie night.

Nutrition Content

Per 100g (Control): Energy 601kcal; Protein 7.8g; Total Fat 45g; Saturated Fat 7.8g; Trans fat 0.1g; Cholesterol 10mg; Total Carbohydrate 41.1g; Sugar 1g; Dietary Fibre 9.1g; Sodium 1116mg; Calcium 54.6mg; Potassium 8.8mg; Iron 2.6mg; Vitamin D 1.1μg

Per 100g (Permeate): Energy 598kcal; Protein 7.8g; Total Fat 45g; Saturated Fat 7.8g; Trans fat 0.1g; Cholesterol 10mg; Total Carbohydrate 40.5g; Sugar 1g; Dietary Fibre 9.1g; Sodium 841mg; Calcium 60.5mg; Potassium 38.4mg; Iron 2.6mg; Vitamin D 1.1μg

INGREDIENTS

CHEESE SEASONING

U.S. Whey Permeate
Fine Salt
Fine Sugar
Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)
Parmesan Powder
Cheddar Powder
Maltodextrin
Total

Control

–
15.00g
8.00g
4.00g
12.00g
36.00g
5.00g
80g

Permeate

10.88g
9.12g
8.00g
4.00g
12.00g
36.00g
–
80g

CHEESY POPCORN

Corn Kernel
Vegetable Oil
Cheese Seasoning
Total

20g
16g
4g
40g

PREPARATION

Preparation of Cheesy Popcorn

Sift all ingredients and add into a mixer.
Mix at low speed for about 3-5 minutes until homogenous.
Set aside the cheese seasoning for use later.

Preparation of Cheesy Popcorn

Place popcorn in a tumbler drum at speed 2 and at 45° angle.
Sprinkle cheese seasoning into the rotating tumbler.
Tumble for at least 1 minute until seasonings are well distributed.
Pack the cheesy popcorn and seal tightly. Store at ambient conditions.