Chocolate Popcorn
Indulge in the ultimate sweet-and-salty snack with this irresistible Chocolate Popcorn recipe! Perfectly popped kernels are coated in a luscious drizzle of melted semi-sweet chocolate and butter, delivering a rich flavor in every bite. A touch of salt enhances the delicious contrast, while a dusting of powdered sugar adds an optional extra layer of sweetness. This easy-to-make treat comes together in just 20 minutes, making it ideal for movie nights, parties, or whenever you’re craving a decadent yet simple snack. Serve it fresh for maximum crunch or store it for a delightful treat on the go! Your new favorite combination of popcorn and chocolate is just a few steps away. Keywords: chocolate popcorn, sweet popcorn recipe, easy snack, party popcorn, chocolate-coated popcorn.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (or coconut oil)
- 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a large pot with a tight-fitting lid, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add a few popcorn kernels to test the temperature.
Once the test kernels pop, add the rest of the popcorn kernels and immediately cover the pot with the lid.
Shake the pot gently back and forth over the heat to prevent burning, and allow the popcorn to pop fully. This should take about 3-4 minutes. Once the popping subsides, remove the pot from heat.
Transfer the popped popcorn to a large mixing bowl, making sure to discard any unpopped kernels.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and unsalted butter. Microwave on high in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the popcorn while gently tossing to ensure even coating. Use a rubber spatula to help mix everything without crushing the popcorn.
Sprinkle with salt and toss again to distribute evenly.
Let the chocolate-coated popcorn cool slightly to allow the chocolate to set. For faster setting, spread the popcorn on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
Optional: Once cooled, lightly dust the popcorn with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1381 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.6 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.6 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 596 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.3 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 106.1 g | ||
| Protein | 17.4 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 168 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
