Low Carb Sweet and Salty Popcorn
Satisfy your snack cravings guilt-free with this irresistible Low Carb Sweet and Salty Popcorn! This recipe transforms classic popcorn into a keto-friendly treat by swapping traditional sugar with erythritol sweetener and incorporating unsweetened vanilla almond milk for a creamy, caramel-like drizzle. Popped in fragrant coconut oil and balanced with a sprinkle of sea salt, each bite delivers the perfect harmony of sweetness and saltiness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this light, low-carb snack is perfect for movie nights, casual gatherings, or whenever the munchies strike! With an optional buttery twist, it's a customizable delight that’s easy to make and sure to please.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons Erythritol sweetener (granulated)
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Butter (optional, for additional flavor)
Instructions
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot with a lid over medium heat.
Add the coconut oil to the pot and let it melt completely.
Once the oil is hot, add the unsalted popcorn kernels to the pot, covering the bottom in a single layer. Immediately cover the pot with the lid.
Shake the pot gently every few seconds to prevent burning and allow all kernels to pop evenly.
As the popping slows down to 1-2 seconds between pops, remove the pot from the heat but keep the lid on for an additional minute to catch any remaining pops.
Pour the popcorn into a large, clean bowl and set aside.
In a small saucepan, combine the erythritol sweetener, unsweetened vanilla almond milk, and vanilla extract. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the sweetener dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly (2-3 minutes).
If desired, stir in the butter at this stage to enhance richness.
Drizzle the sweet mixture over the prepared popcorn, tossing gently to coat the kernels evenly.
Sprinkle the sea salt over the popcorn to achieve the perfect balance of sweet and salty.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low-carb sweet and salty popcorn. Store leftovers (if any) in an airtight container for up to 1 day.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
814 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.9 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.2 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 2356 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.4 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 341 mg | 7% | |
*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.
