Get ready to indulge in homemade popcorn! It'll soon be National Popcorn Day, a day dedicated to celebrating one of the world's most beloved snacks—popcorn! But wait, why settle for plain ol' popcorn when you can elevate your snacking game with some tantalizing flavours? We've got the perfect recipe for those who love a mix of sweet and savoury.

Before we delve into the recipe, let's talk about the magic of cooking on induction hobs.

Induction hobs are like the wizards of the kitchen, using magnetism to transfer heat directly to your cookware. While you're making your popcorn, the hob heats up the entire pan evenly, ensuring each kernel gets the perfect pop! 

At Appliance House, we pride ourselves in offering a range of induction hobs suitable for every budget. One particular great value induction hob is the innovative iivela IVIND60CP 60CM Flexi Zone Induction Hob, it's big on features without a hefty price tag!

The iivela IVIND60CP features Flexi Zone so you can create cooking zones of various sizes, adapting effortlessly to different pan shapes and sizes. With its touch control panel and boost function, you can swiftly adjust temperatures for that perfectly popped corn. This hob delivers, thanks to its intelligent pan detection and residual heat indicators, ensuring a worry-free popcorn-making extravaganza. 

Now, onto the star of the show—the recipe!

Homemade Sweet & Spicy Popcorn 

Prep Time: 5 Mins 

Cook Time: Approx. 3-4 Minutes 

Serves: 2 

Ingredients: 

• 100g Popcorn Kernels 
• 2 tbsp Oil (Canola, Vegetable or Coconut) 
• ¼ tsp Chilli Powder 
• ½ tsp Cinnamon 
• 1 tbsp Agave Syrup 
• ¼ tsp Salt 

Method: 

1. Place oil in a heavy bottomed pan over a medium heat. Add a couple of corn kernels to the pan and cover. 
2. Wait for these kernels to pop. 
3. Add the rest of the kernels, cover and shake the pan to mix. Return to the heat. Occasionally you will need to shake the kernels during cooking. 
4. Once the popping slows down a lot, remove from the heat. If you leave it over the heat for too long once popped, the corn will burn. 
5. Tip into a large bowl and sprinkle with seasonings. Finally, pour over agave syrup and stir well before serving.

Author Tips: 

Honey is a good substitute for agave syrup. 

This National Popcorn Day, let your taste buds embark on a flavourful journey with this easy-to-make popcorn recipe. 

If you're in the market for a reliable, efficient induction hob, check out our selection of induction hobs at Appliance House, where cooking becomes an effortless and enjoyable experience. We even have high quality home projectors on sale at Appliance House; everything you need for the perfect movie night in! Happy popping!