Next game night, instead of having popcorn and candy, have candy popcorn instead! It’s sweet, spicy and salty all at once. And if it makes the wings hot, it will surely be hot for you! If they win, you are going to have to make it every time they play.
Popcorn on your mind? Try Notre Dame Popcorn, Hot Red Wings Popcorn or University of Michigan Popcorn. Can you tell I am from Michigan?
Need more Game Day ideas? Click on my 10 Game Day Treats for more. Or For more romantic recipes see my Red Velvet Sweetheart Collection!
Hot Red Wings Popcorn
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons corn syrup
- 5.5 oz box Hot Tamales or 3 Alarm Hot Tamales for extra heat!
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 2 tablespoons Dixie Crystals Extra Fine Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 6 cups popped popcorn
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place popcorn in a large bowl, set aside.
- In a medium size non-stick pan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add corn syrup, Hot Tamales, mini marshmallows and sugar.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until Hot Tamales have melted completely. This should take about 8 minutes. The mixture will be very sticky. Remove from heat and stir in baking soda.
- Pour the mixture over the popcorn, and stir to completely coat the popcorn. Pour popcorn out onto parchment paper and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Notes
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I am Marilyn Lesniak. Writer, Photographer and Chief Bottle Washer behind the scenes at Marilyn's Treats. Follow me to my kitchen. 
Whaaaaaat!!!! Hot candy popcorn sounds pretty darn amazing. I don’t do the hot stuff but my hubby loves it. I’ll have to try see if I can make some for him
This is sucah a sweet treat. Like eating those cinnamon hot candies, with a bit of crunch! Have a wonderful week.
What a spicy combination Marilyn, my husband would love these. Thanks for linking up and sharing with us at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty and see you next month.
I bet he would enjoy this popcorn with a nice cold beer!! Have a wonderful week, Sue!
How do you come up with these ideas?! I love hot tamales…ohhh and red hots. I’m interested in trying this. Maybe a popcorn bar or something. Have a great day!
I wish I could take the credit. But everytime I get an idea and google, it has been done 50 times in 50 flavors. But this is DELICIOUS and so different. I saw one made with sour apple candy too. Have a great week!
Your Popcorn is awesome and thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday.
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Miz Helen
I am happy you like the popcorn Miz Helen. Have a wonderful week.
So neat!! I love this idea!!!
Thanks so much for linking up @ LiveLifeWell!
Blessings,
Amy
Thank you Amy! Have a great week.
I think this would go down very well with my son. #CreativeMonday
I hope he likes it! Have a great week!
Omgosh my hubby would love this! Thanks for linking up to the Friday Frenzy-we appreciate you!
You are welcome Laura. Glad you like the popcorn! Have a great week!
Wow! This looks and sounds mighty dangerous but definitely worth the risk!!!
It is good Colleen. You won’t be finishing the bowl without something to drink though. Have a great week.
OMG! This popcorn sounds AMAZING!! Thanks for sharing at Friday Frenzy Link Party! Pinned!!
This is the best popcorn of its kind. Like eating red hots! Have a great week.
This is such a fun idea! Thanks for linking up to the Friday Frenzy!
I am glad you like it Amy!! Have a great week!
We are big popcorn fans in our household. This flavored popcorn sounds great!
Thank you Linda. This popcorn is really different. Have a great week!
What a fun and great recipe! My son would love this! But, I am a wimp when it comes to hot food.
This is a really fun treat. Enjoy your week!
This sounds so yummy!
Thank you Pamela! Have a great week.
What an interesting recipe! I thought it was going to be made with Hot Wing sauce, haha! but this is fun!
I never tried sauces on popcorn except for the sweet kind. I may need to tes out a BBQ angle! Have a wonderful week.
Yum! I love popcorn, but I’ve never tried anything like this. This is perfect for Valentine’s Day!
Thanks Heather. Get yourself a nice movie, start a fire and make this popcorn!! Have a wonderful week.
Oh,my! This sounds like a crowd pleaser!
Thanks Michele. It is great for game day! Have a wonderful week.
I love hot tamales! This sounds super yummy. Thanks for sharing the recipe with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
If you like hot tamales then this popcorn is right for you! Enjoy.
Once upon a time, Hot Tamales were one of my favorite candies. I’ve had flavored popcorn before but never like this, it’s very creative. Thanks for joining us again at Celebrate Your Story, have a great weekend.
Thanks Sandra! I was going to do candy apple but it was just too sweet and got all gummed up. I think these tamales melted better. Have a great week!
That’s a delicious way of eating popcorns.
Thank you so much!! Have a great week.
I’ve never thought to try anything like this on popcorn, I think the kids (and big kids would love it.
I love adding “topping” to popcorn. These Hot Tamales are no exception. Have a great week!
Amazing! Want to share on Wh, Wh? thanks, marilyn!
Thank you Sue!! I love sharing this recipe. Have a great week!
Such an original idea, sweet and savoury plus spicy hot is such a great combination. Thanks for bringing this fantastic recipe idea to #CookBlogShare:)
This is a nice treat for mOvie night! Thx Monika.
Wow…what a neat idea!
I would love for you to share this with my Facebook Group for recipes, crafts, tips, and tricks:
Thanks Jess.
OMG yum!
Thanks Monica. Hot tamales and salt. Great for a movie night!!
This sounds so good. I can’t wait to try.
I hope you enjoy it Victoria. It is a fun snack. Have a good up and coming week.
I think I would like this. Yum! Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner link up.
It is a fun switch to the regular popcorn we usually eat. And it is quite a great colot, too. Thanks Helen. Have a great day!