One thing that struck me about blogging when I started 6 and a half years ago, is the fantastic community that I was welcomed in to. I’ve always said, that even if I wasn’t doing this full-time, I would still continue to blog because of all the wonderful things that it’s introduced into my life and the fantastic connections that I have made. In this rather poignant post, I’m sharing a delicious easy gingerbread popcorn snack, inspired by an incredibly brave lady.
Blogging has become a channel for me to share my creativity with like-minded people and I adore how supportive the blogging community can be and the friends that I have made. Of course, blogging can have its downsides, but these are definitely outweighed by the positives. I’ve met so many amazing people through blogging in person and online and one of those people is Isabella King of Coriander Queen. Tragically, last month Izzie passed away and as a way to celebrate all her marvelous work and life a group of bloggers who knew her online are recreating a selection of her recipes in her memory.
An easy and quick homemade popcorn snack flavoured with delicious gingerbread.
- 80g popcorn kernels
- 1 tbsp muscovado sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp mixed spice
- 1.5 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 25g butter
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In a bowl, stir together the butter, sugar, cinnamon, mixed spice and ginger and melt in a microwave on a medium heat. Stir together until well combined.
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In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, pour in the vegetable oil and coat the base of the pan.
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On a medium heat, pour in the popcorn kernels and place the lid on top. Shake the pan gently so that the kernels become coated in the oil.
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Shake the pan now and then and the kernels will begin to fluff up and pop. When the popping has ended, turn off the heat.
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Serve in a separate bowl and pour over the gingerbread sauce.
For the first time in 2 years, Alfie and I are off to the cinema today. Those with children will know that it’s a struggle to make time for yourself, let alone each other. I’m so looking forward to our cinema date and after scrolling through Izzie’s recipes, it seemed apt that I had chosen to recreate her cinnamon spiced popcorn. Tasty munchies while watching a movie is a must and popcorn is an obvious choice. I loved Izzie’s simple way of taking a classic cinema snack to the next level and I hope she would have liked my gingerbread twist.
Sadly, I never knew Izzie in person, however, she was always so sweet and kind when we interacted online. Her blog is full so many delicious creations that it was always a lovely place to visit for inspiration. Some of Izzie’s friends are taking part in Race for Life to help raise money in her memory. If anyone would like to donate, I know that her friends and family would be extremely appreciative. You can donate via their fundraising page here.
I think I will be always touched by Izzie’s story and the strength and positivity she showed throughout her battle. Moreover, the way the blogging community has come together to celebrate Izzie life has moved me. I’m proud to be part of such a community and so happy that blogging introduced me to Isabella King.
Rest in peace Izzie.
Here are some other recreations of Izzie’s wonderful recipes:
Easy 5 ingredient pesto tomato tart on Amuse Your Bouche (vegetarian)
Globe artichoke with balsamic dip on Natural Kitchen Adventures (vegan)
Cider, apple and sausage casserole on Farmersgirl Kitchen
Chocolate orange oat bars on Veggie Desserts (vegan)
Peanut butter chocolate chip cookies on Tin and Thyme (vegetarian)
Arancini (risotto balls) on Coffee & Vanilla (vegetarian)
Rich coffee cupcakes on BakingQueen74 (vegetarian)
Gingerbread cupcakes with orange buttercream on The Veg Space (vegan)
Marmalade and ginger loaf cake on The Crafty Larder (vegetarian)
Ginger and oat cookies on Kavey Eats (vegetarian)
Amatriciana pasta on Kitchen Sanctuary
Treacle tart on Patisserie Makes Perfect (vegetarian)
Crispy fried halloumi on Supper In The Suburbs (vegetarian)
Chocolate fridge cake on Jo’s Kitchen (vegetarian)
Chocolate almond butter cookies on Rough Measures (vegetarian)
Eggless chocolate chip cookies on Simply Sensational Food (vegetarian)
Boozy decadent hot chocolate on Fab Food 4 All (vegetarian)
Easy no bake blackberry cheesecakes on Casa Costello (vegetarian)
Best coriander / cilantro recipes on Fuss Free Flavours (some vegetarian)
Easy gingerbread popcorn snack on Celery & Cupcakes (vegetarian)
Elderflower and vodka cocktail slush on The Hedgecombers (vegetarian)
Fruit flapjacks on The Petite Cook (vegan)
Tomato garlic prawn spaghetti on Hungry Healthy Happy (vegan)
Lemon drizzle loaf cake on Penne For Your Thoughts (vegetarian)
Chicken ramen on It’s Not Easy Being Greedy
Stuffed Nutella cookies on Munchies And Munchkins (vegetarian)
Easy Berry Compote on Eats Amazing (vegetarian)
Caipirinha on Lovely Appetite (vegetarian)
Garlic and Lime Coriander Prawns on Travels for Tatse (pesceaterian)
Such lovely words and a real tribute to Isabella.
Beautiful words and a tribute to Isabella. Delicious looking recipe as well.
Beautiful post, Jemma.
I love our little community, and I’m definitely feeling the loss of Izzie. Such a lovely person.
What a lovely post. It’s really quite hard reading so many posts about Izzie, but it’s also really inspiring. Love your gingerbread twist and I hope you enjoy the cinema.
A lovely tribute and a tasty sounding treat – my kids would love this popcorn!
Gingerbread popcorn now that sounds really decadent. Lovely tribute to Isabella.
What a fabulous snack, whether for the cinema or just to enjoy at home. A lovely tribute to Izzy, who seems to have recipes to appeal to everyone.
This looks delicious another wonderful, simple, tasty recipe from a lovely lady. She will be missed!
Lovely tribute to Izzie. I hope you enjoy your night out and thanks for this great recipe – I’ll be making this for me and the kids on our next movie night.
What a lovely post and a great tribute to Izzie, we love popcorn so will be trying this recipe out and also looking at the others x
Such a lovely tribute to Izzie! And these popcorn sound absolutely delicious 🙂
Wow! I love this. I bet it tastes absolutely amazing! It would be a great festive snack for the autumn and winter time!
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Wow! I love this. I bet it tastes absolutely amazing! It would be a great festive snack for the autumn and winter time!
Chelsea | http://www.chelsea-Elizabeth.co.uk
This sounds like such a nice snack. I’d really enjoy this during the autumn/summer months and anything gingerbread makes me feel so festive!
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oh my well this looks yummy and interesting, will defo be giving it a go
Popcorn is my all time favorite snack in the evenings. I love the looks of this recipe .. all natural ingredients and coconut sugar to boot. I imagine too it would make a nice treat to put out for holiday parties. Thanks so much for a great recipe!
A lovely tribute to Isabella, she has left us with so many wonderful recipes like this popcorn:-)
We saw the posts via the hashtags on twitter and it was a lovely tribute to Coriander Queen. What a heartfelt post and a fantastic recipe.
Oh gingerbread popcorn that’s an interesting mixture of flavours x
I’m obsessed with popcorn at the moment so I’ll have to give this a try x
It really looks yummy and I bet it has a good taste! I would love to give it a try
Wow looks incredible, just at my desk working and you have got me feeling peckish 🙂 x
I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of a fellow blogger. This is such a heartfelt tribute.
I never knew Izzie, bit she sounds like a special person. I think it’s amazing that her legacy is living on through her recipes. This one sounds particularly yummy! Xx
I love popcorn and enjoy the taste of gingerbread too. This sounds like a winning combination!
Lovely tribute to Izzie. She is so missed. I feel lucky that we have connected through the food blogging community too, Jemma. Take Care x
Ermmmm,,,,yes PLEASE! What a gorgeous recipe and indeed a fabulous idea i would never think of it!!! I am all over this x
How scrumptious are these perfect netflix treats. Plus they take no time to make and great for the whole family.
The blogging community is amazing and so supportive! What a great tribute post and this recipe sounds fab!
What a creative way to jazz up popcorn! Yummy!
I can say the same about blogging too! Even though I am not close knit with anyone in the blogger community but everyone has always been super supportive and i love that!
and LOVE peanut butter popcorns! So yum!!