Looking for a bold, spicy, and addictive snack? This Spicy Sriracha Popcorn is the perfect combination of crunchy, buttery, and fiery heat! Whether you need a game-night snack, a movie-time treat, or just something to satisfy your spicy cravings, this easy homemade sriracha popcorn will hit the spot.
Why You’ll Love This Sriracha Popcorn Recipe
Quick & Easy – Ready in just 10 minutes with minimal ingredients.
Bold & Spicy – The perfect balance of heat and buttery goodness.
Healthier Alternative – Skip store-bought popcorn and control your ingredients.
Perfect for Any Occasion – Ideal for movie nights, parties, or an everyday snack.
Ingredients you need for Sriracha Popcorn
Popcorn kernels - Popcorn kernels are the hard, unpopped seeds of the maize plant, which is known for its ability to pop when heated. For best results, use fresh, high-quality popcorn kernels
Melted butter - Preferably use salted butter as it will add flavor.
Sriracha sauce - Sriracha sauce is a popular spicy condiment made from chili peppers, vinegar, garlic, sugar, and salt. Originally from Thailand, it has gained worldwide popularity for its bold, tangy, and slightly sweet heat. This is the Sriracha I use.
Pinch of salt - If you are using salted butter, you can skip the extra salt.
For extra flavor, you can add smoked paprika and also some hot honey.
How to Make Spicy Sriracha Popcorn
Pop the Popcorn
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and add a tablespoon of oil.
- Add the popcorn kernels, cover with a lid, and shake the pot occasionally.
- Once the popping slows down, remove from heat and transfer to a large bowl.
Prepare the Sriracha Butter Sauce
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Stir in the sriracha sauce, salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and hot honey (if using).
- Mix well until the sauce is fully combined.
Coat the Popcorn
- Drizzle the spicy sriracha butter sauce over the popcorn.
- Toss well to evenly coat the popcorn with the bold flavors.
Serve & Enjoy!
- Serve immediately for the best crunch and flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Pro Tips for the Best Homemade Sriracha Popcorn
Use Fresh Kernels – Old popcorn kernels may not pop as well.
Adjust Heat Level – Add more or less sriracha based on your spice preference.
Experiment with Flavors – Try adding lime zest, Parmesan cheese, or even a drizzle of honey for different variations.
Keep It Crispy – Don’t add too much liquid to prevent soggy popcorn.
More Snack Idea to try
Cheddar Parmesan Cheese Crisps
Deviled Eggs
FAQs
Yes! Pop plain popcorn in the microwave and toss it with the sriracha butter sauce afterward.
Use coconut oil or vegan butter instead of dairy butter.
Try adding chili powder, cayenne pepper, or even a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning for extra flavor.
This homemade spicy sriracha popcorn is a must-try for all spice lovers! It’s quick, easy, and packed with flavor. Whether you're hosting a party, enjoying a movie night, or just craving a fiery snack, this recipe will become your go-to.
Sriracha Popcorn
Ingredients
- ½ cup popcorn kernels
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- pinch of salt
Instructions
Pop the Popcorn
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and add a tablespoon of oil.
- Add the popcorn kernels, cover with a lid, and shake the pot occasionally.
- Once the popping slows down, remove from heat and transfer to a large bowl.
Prepare the Sriracha Butter Sauce
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Stir in the sriracha sauce, salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and honey (if using).
- Mix well until the sauce is fully combined.
Coat the Popcorn
- Drizzle the spicy sriracha butter sauce over the popcorn.
- Toss well to evenly coat the popcorn with the bold flavors.
- Sprinkle with nutritional yeast for extra cheesy umami goodness.
Serve & Enjoy!
- Serve immediately for the best crunch and flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nirmal Kayaz
We have tried this popcorn. Test was awesome. Thanks.
Sunidhi Shaw
Learnt making a new flavor of popcorn
mohan chawla
haven't seen popcorn with such a decoration. Movie without popcorn is like a life without soul.
Anindya Sundar Basu
Will try this for sure
Laura | Tutti Dolci
Love this spicy popcorn, what a perfect snack for movie night!
Aparna somani
Oh my my!! Must try as soon as I get home ?
Janani Rakesh Kumar
Oh my! love popcorn kankana! soo tempting! gorgeous clicks!
Mallika
The popcorn looks so tempting. Adding Sriracha to popcorn is a novel idea. Should give this a try. Beautiful clicks as usual Kankana!
angiesrecipes
It have been more than a couple of decades since I last had some popcorn..not idea why I was never a fan...but these with sriracha sound and look really great that I wish I could taste some now!