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Maple Coffee Popcorn Drizzle

February 13, 2017

I think I’ve done a pretty good job at keeping the sugar crazies at bay. Up until now. I’ve had little tastes of sweet things here and there but overall I’ve congratulated myself for a job well done. But old habits die hard and despite my best intentions, I caved and created a sweet condiment for today’s Meatless Monday post. In all fairness, my recipe for maple coffee popcorn drizzle doesn’t use any sugar — just pure maple syrup.

Using only the purest of maple syrups, maple coffee popcorn drizzle is perfect to lightly sweeten a traditionally salty snack. It can also be used in smoothies, as a Greek yogurt mix-in, as well as with granola or as a dessert topping. It's versatile and delicious.

Let’s talk about maple syrup. Here in Cleveland, Ohio, we’re getting ready for maple syrup season — otherwise known as maple sugaring season. Beginning in February, maple trees will be tapped, sap will be collected and eventually the sap will be boiled down to the sweet maple syrup many of us use to top pancakes and waffles. Some may wonder, “does maple syrup go bad?” I don’t think it can with such a high sugar content, but I’m not 100% sure. Either way, pretty soon northeast Ohioans will flock to area high schools, fire stations, and villages to join in the maple sugaring festivities at the many area pancake breakfasts.

But what is it about pure maple syrup that sets it apart from other sugars?

There are different “grades” of maple syrup, and they range from Grade A fancy (lightest in color) to Grade B (very dark like molasses). The flavors of the grades vary slightly but the colors are attributed to the time of maple sugaring season they are harvested from the trees. The first tap of the trees generally produces the lightest color syrup and the darkest is at the end of sugaring season.

Using only the purest of maple syrups, maple coffee popcorn drizzle is perfect to lightly sweeten a traditionally salty snack. It can also be used in smoothies, as a Greek yogurt mix-in, as well as with granola or as a dessert topping. It's versatile and delicious.

Pure maple syrup is never refined. In fact, pure maple syrup contains many beneficial minerals. Calcium, potassium, iron, zinc, and manganese are all found in maple syrup. Additionally, maple syrup has many antioxidants which are generally good for health — the darker the syrup, the more antioxidants it contains. Having said that, however, maple syrup is still very high in sugar and though delicious, should be consumed in very small amounts. It has a lower glycemic index than refined sugar so if deciding between refined sugar and pure maple syrup, syrup is the obvious choice.

In honor of the upcoming sugaring season here in northeast Ohio I thought I’d share with you an amazing, easy recipe for maple coffee popcorn drizzle. Using only the purest of Ohio maple syrups, I created this recipe to lightly sweeten a traditionally salty snack. It can also be used in smoothies, as a Greek yogurt mix-in, as well as with granola or as a dessert topping. It’s versatile, delicious, and has just enough sweet to satiate even the wildest of sweet teeth. πŸ˜‰ Every time I eat it, however, I feel like I should pay a visit to my Dentist Endicott due to just how sugary these things are; they can’t be good for my teeth but everything in moderation, as they say!

Using only the purest of maple syrups, maple coffee popcorn drizzle is perfect to lightly sweeten a traditionally salty snack. It can also be used in smoothies, as a Greek yogurt mix-in, as well as with granola or as a dessert topping. It's versatile and delicious.

Maple Coffee Popcorn Drizzle

Ingredients
  • 1 Tbsp butter
  • 1/4 C Grade A medium amber maple syrup
  • 2 Tbsp half and half
  • 2 Tbsp brewed coffee
  • 1 Tbsp flour
  • 1/4 C corn kernels (for air popped popcorn)
  • fine-grain sea salt, to taste
Directions

In a small saucepan, heat butter and syrup over medium heat. Bring to a boil, whisking occasionally. Add half and half, bring back to a boil and stir frequently. Stir in coffee. Whisk for 2-3 minutes until well combined. Add flour, a teaspoon at a time, to thicken the mixture. Once it has thickened to desired consistency, remove from heat. Pop corn according to air popper instructions. Drizzle warm maple coffee syrup over top of air-popped popcorn. Sprinkle with fine-grain sea salt.

Can be stored in an airtight container for one week in the refrigerator. Reheat before drizzling on popcorn.

Using only the purest of maple syrups, maple coffee popcorn drizzle is perfect to lightly sweeten a traditionally salty snack. It can also be used in smoothies, as a Greek yogurt mix-in, as well as with granola or as a dessert topping. It's versatile and delicious.

Disclaimer: Please remember to consume as little sugar as possible. It’s not good for our bodies. And although pure maple syrup isn’t refined and does have antioxidants and some minerals that are good for our bodies, it’s still a form of sugar. Use sparingly.



Like sweet + salt? Try Maple Coffee Popcorn Drizzle - just in time for maple syrup season! #foodie
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I hope you enjoy this tasty sweet snack. And you don’t have to wait for maple syrup season to enjoy it — you can serve it up for your sweetie on Valentine’s Day!

Not into sugar? Check out last week’s recipe for Heart Healthy Valentine’s Day Pancakes!

Have a wonderful day and Happy Valentine’s Day to those that celebrate!

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56 Comments


Sarah- A Whisk and Two Wands
February 13, 2017 at 7:37 am
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This sound delicious! I like coffee and we always have a maple popcorn on hand (Quinn Vermont Maple Sea Salt) and I would have never thought of the flavors together even though I’ve had maple syrup in my coffee and had espresso caramel corn. I can’t wait to give this a try. Happy Meatless Monday!
I did link up but again had issues with it saying no back link.



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:12 am
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    I’m so sorry — I fixed it. I don’t know why it keeps doing that!!

Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner
February 13, 2017 at 7:53 am
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Oh my goodness! That has my name written all over it. Happy meatless Monday



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:12 am
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    Haha πŸ™‚

Ellie
February 13, 2017 at 8:06 am
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I have both fake and real maple syrup. The real I use for baked goods and such and the fake is for my everyday breakfasts, topping oats and waffles. The real is expensive, so I save it πŸ˜‰
I’ve actually been thinking about the whole added sugar thing. I applaud you! It’s really hard to cut it out! There is sugar in everything. The worst part about it for me isn’t the health issue, but the politics issue. The food companies and scientists literally lie to us consumers! That makes me mad, I hate being taken advantage of. Food has a lot of politics and compassion tied in it for me (duh, vegan) so I’m starting to curb added sugar simply because I cannot support those industries.
Thanks for the reminder and support <3



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:11 am
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    Yeah, the food industry is crazy corrupt. It’s no good. Have you seen Forks Over Knives and Food, Inc? Those two documentaries changed my life. And for that very reason, I can’t use the fake syrup anymore! Once you know, you can never un-know!!

Julie @ Running in a Skirt
February 13, 2017 at 8:07 am
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No you didn’t!!!! This looks so lovely! I would love a good maple drizzle!



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:09 am
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    Oh I did! Haha <3

Debbie @ Coach Debbie Runs
February 13, 2017 at 8:07 am
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That sounds so good! I love a little sweet with m popcorn! Thanks for hosting!



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:09 am
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    Thanks! I hope you like it.

AZ@...And a Dash of Cinnamon
February 13, 2017 at 8:11 am
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Pure maple syrup is the way to go. So much better than the processed stuff. I went to a maple syrup making place up in Vermont and oh man was it good. That’s where I learned about the process and the different grades. I didn’t realize how maple syrup was graded before that trip.



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:08 am
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    It is SO much better. Once you go pure, it’s hard to go back to the cheap stuff.

Annmarie
February 13, 2017 at 8:54 am
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Coffee popcorn?! Yes, please!



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:08 am
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    πŸ™‚ πŸ™‚ πŸ™‚

Kathryn @ Dancing to Running
February 13, 2017 at 9:33 am
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I’ve never thought to use coffee as a garnish before. But maybe that’s because I despise the taste of coffee, lol.



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:27 pm
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    Haha, yes that may be why. You can barely taste it in the drizzle, though. πŸ˜‰

Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home
February 13, 2017 at 9:38 am
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We only use maple syrup at our house!!!



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:26 pm
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    It’s the BEST. I grew up on the fake stuff. There’s no comparison.

Katie Shepherd
February 13, 2017 at 11:11 am
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Oh wow I do love popcorn! This looks so yummy!! Thank you for sharing!



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:26 pm
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    Thank you! I hope you enjoy it. πŸ™‚

Gina @runningaroundtheboyz
February 13, 2017 at 11:40 am
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I didn’t know that about pure maple syrup. I have a patient who gets gallons from his trees, maybe I’ll beg him for some. πŸ™‚ That popcorn drizzle looks delicious!



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:25 pm
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    Seriously?! You totally have to ask for some. It’s so delicious when it’s fresh!

Joyce @ The Hungry Caterpillar
February 13, 2017 at 11:43 am
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I’m a huge fan of pure maple syrup. I’m not a big coffee person, but I am a big maple person, and a big popcorn person, so I say this look amazing!



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:25 pm
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    Haha, well if it’s any help, you can barely taste the coffee. πŸ™‚

Nicole @ Fitful Focus
February 13, 2017 at 12:35 pm
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So creative!! This sounds awesome! I wish I could have popcorn!!



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:24 pm
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    Aw, I wish you could too!

vicki
February 13, 2017 at 12:49 pm
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This looks great!



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:24 pm
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    Thanks, Vicki!

Lora @ Crazy Running Girl
February 13, 2017 at 2:02 pm
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This sounds so amazing!!



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:24 pm
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    πŸ™‚ πŸ™‚ πŸ™‚

Anna @ Piper's Run
February 13, 2017 at 2:16 pm
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Sounds good! I’m a fan of popcorn and M and M’s combo! A little bit of everything all at once.



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:23 pm
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    Yum! Sounds like a fun treat!

Kimberly Hatting
February 13, 2017 at 2:46 pm
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Oh, I’ve been to many pancake breakfasts LOL But, never any maple sugaring festivals. This drizzle looks yummy! I love popcorn ;_)



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:23 pm
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    Pancake breakfasts are seriously the best. And the festivals are pretty awesome, too.

Lisa @ Mile by Mile
February 13, 2017 at 6:36 pm
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So interesting to learn all about maple syrup! I love using just a little bit of pure maple syrup in recipes or on pancakes. This looks great!



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:21 pm
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    It’s a really fascinating process. Also it’s delicious, so there’s that. πŸ™‚

Courtney
February 13, 2017 at 6:51 pm
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I LOVE popcorn, and this drizzle looks amazing. I can’t wait to try it out!



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:19 pm
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    Ditto! It’s pretty awesome if I do say so myself. πŸ˜‰

Jenn
February 13, 2017 at 7:18 pm
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Oh, this sounds divine! I am pretty traditional when it comes to popcorn (air-popped, melted butter and a sprinkle of salt), but I could be convinced to go this route.



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:18 pm
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    I’m the exact same way. But maple syrup…

Marcia
February 13, 2017 at 7:27 pm
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I swear I’d dive headfirst into that popcorn. Yuuuuuum! My kids still want the fake syrup they get at friends’ houses but I’ve literally never had it in the house as long as they’ve been alive. Of course I was raised on the crappy fake stuff…ugh.



    Rachel
    February 13, 2017 at 9:18 pm
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    HOW do they want fake syrup?! It’s terrible compared to the real thing!!

Coco
February 13, 2017 at 9:35 pm
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Oh, that sounds fantastic! I have a jug of maple syrup in my fridge. It needs pancakes — or popcorn!



    Rachel
    February 14, 2017 at 5:29 pm
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    Or anything really… πŸ˜‰ Toast? Yogurt! Mmmm…

MCM Mama
February 13, 2017 at 11:45 pm
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I love sweet and salty together and maple syrup is my favorite “sweet”. This looks so very tasty!



    Rachel
    February 14, 2017 at 5:32 pm
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    What is it about maple syrup that makes it so darn delicious?!

Elaine @myRUNexperiment
February 14, 2017 at 12:32 am
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This is great information – thanks for sharing all the good stuff about maple syrup. I’ve been substituting maple syrup in place of refined sugar in our pancakes and using much less sugar than what the recipe calls for. This recipe sounds good!



    Rachel
    February 14, 2017 at 5:32 pm
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    I’m just glad it has a few minerals and nutrients in it. I feel much less guilty than eating straight up sugar. πŸ˜‰

Jennifer
February 14, 2017 at 7:03 am
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Did you say maple? I’m there!



    Rachel
    February 14, 2017 at 5:33 pm
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    I did! πŸ™‚

Mary Beth Jackson
February 15, 2017 at 4:39 am
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This sounds amazing! WE only buy real syrup as my hubby calls it, I gotta try this, he would love it!



    Rachel
    February 15, 2017 at 11:05 am
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    I love real maple syrup. Nothing beats it!

Angela @marathonsandmotivation.com
February 19, 2017 at 7:31 pm
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This sounds like a amazing treat! I can’t wait to try it out. Thanks so much for linking up at Sunday Fitness & Food πŸ™‚



    Rachel
    February 20, 2017 at 7:02 am
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    I hope you like it πŸ˜‰

Clarinda Dodson
March 13, 2017 at 4:15 pm
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Can’t wait to try this!



    Rachel
    March 13, 2017 at 5:48 pm
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    πŸ™‚ πŸ™‚ πŸ™‚

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