High Protein Honey Kettle Popcorn
Indulge in a guilt-free snack with this High Protein Honey Kettle Popcorn—where sweet, salty, and nutritious come together in every irresistible bite! Perfect for health-conscious snackers, this recipe swaps traditional sugary coatings for a delicious blend of honey, vanilla, and a boost of unflavored whey protein powder, transforming classic kettle popcorn into a high-protein treat. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, including coconut oil for natural richness and a sprinkle of sea salt for the perfect balance, this snack is ready in only 15 minutes. Ideal for movie nights, post-workout munchies, or simply satisfying your cravings, this recipe is as effortless as it is wholesome. Plus, it’s a great way to feel good about snacking while fueling your body.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unflavored whey protein powder
- 0.5 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix the unflavored whey protein powder with 2 tablespoons of water until fully dissolved and smooth. Set aside.
In a large pot with a lid, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add a few popcorn kernels to the pot and cover. When the test kernels pop, add the rest of the popcorn kernels in an even layer.
Cover the pot and shake occasionally until the popping slows to about 2-3 seconds between pops, then remove from heat.
While the popcorn pops, combine honey, vanilla extract, and sea salt in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir continuously until honey is melted and well combined.
After removing the popcorn from heat, immediately pour the honey mixture over the popcorn in the pot. Quickly cover the pot again and shake vigorously to coat all the popcorn evenly.
Remove the lid, pour the dissolved protein mixture over the kettle popcorn, and give it a quick stir to ensure even coating. Be gentle to avoid breaking the popcorn.
Transfer the popcorn to a large bowl and allow it to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your high-protein honey kettle popcorn!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
638 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.8 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.9 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 2357 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.9 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.4 g | ||
| Protein | 18.2 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 85 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 276 mg | 6% | |
*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.
