Poppycock Popcorn Variety Pack, Original, Pecan, Cashew, 7 oz, 3 Pack
$30.99
Product Details
Poppycock is a glazed popcorn and nut confection, and it sits a step above ordinary caramel corn. Popped kernels and whole nuts are bound with a rich buttery candy glaze into hard, brittle clusters you break apart rather than scoop. This variety pack holds three 7 oz bags, one each of Original, Pecan and Cashew, so a household can settle its own argument about which nut belongs in the mix.
The recipe dates to the middle of the last century, and for decades most people met it in December, in a canister or gift tin on a relative's coffee table. The bagged format makes it easy to keep the same treat around the rest of the year.
Put a bowl out during a party, tuck a bag into a gift basket next to coffee or preserves, or keep one in a desk drawer for the late afternoon stretch. The clusters travel well on road trips and hold their shape if you are portioning them into cups as favors.
Poppycock Popcorn Variety Pack, Original, P...
$30.99
The Complete Guide
The Three Flavors
| Bag | What is in it | Pick it if |
|---|---|---|
| Original | Glazed popcorn with almonds and pecans | You want the classic mix most people picture |
| Pecan Delight | Heavier on pecans, with a deeper buttery glaze | You pick the pecans out of the original bag first |
| Cashew Lovers | Cashews in place of the pecan and almond mix | You like a softer, sweeter, less tannic nut |
All three share the same buttery candy glaze. The nut is the variable, which is the point of buying the three-pack rather than committing to one.
Serving And Keeping It
- Put it in a bowl, not the bag. The clusters are large and brittle; a bowl lets people break off what they want instead of wrestling the bag.
- Reseal it tightly. The glaze pulls moisture from the air and goes chewy within a day or two in an open bag. A clip or an airtight container keeps the snap.
- Revive a soft bag. Spread it on a sheet pan and warm at 250 F for 10 minutes, then cool completely. It crisps back up.
- Keep it out of the sun and off the radiator. Heat softens the glaze and makes the clusters stick into one block.
- Break it up for a crowd. Give the sealed bag a few gentle presses before opening so the clusters are snack-sized rather than fist-sized.
Beyond The Bowl
- Ice cream topping. Crush a handful over vanilla or butter pecan.
- Holiday gift baskets. The bags travel better than a tin and pair well with coffee, cocoa or preserves.
- Party favors. Portion the clusters into cellophane cups or small bags.
- Road trips and desk drawers. It does not melt or crumble the way chocolate snacks do.
- Dessert bark. Scatter crushed clusters over melted chocolate on parchment, chill, and break into shards.
Who It's For
- Anyone who remembers the Poppycock tin on a relative's coffee table and wants it year round
- Households that cannot agree on pecan versus cashew
- Gift basket builders and holiday hosts
- Caramel corn fans who want whole nuts in the mix, not just corn
Questions About This Product
The things people actually want to know before they cook with it.
What is the difference between Poppycock and caramel corn?
Which flavor has the most nuts?
Are the bags resealable?
Is this the same recipe as the one in the tin?
How long does it keep?
Can I freshen it up if it goes soft?
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