Mexican Chocolate Popcorn Shake
Indulge in the rich and exotic flavors of a Mexican Chocolate Popcorn Shake—where creamy decadence meets a spicy-sweet twist. This recipe blends velvety vanilla ice cream, silky melted dark chocolate, and a hint of cayenne for a touch of heat, all perfectly balanced by a dash of fragrant cinnamon. The star topping? Lightly caramelized popcorn coated in buttery cinnamon sugar for an irresistible crunch. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this unique milkshake is a quick and fun dessert to wow your taste buds. Perfect for chocolate lovers and adventurous snackers alike, make this shake your next go-to treat for a movie night or festive gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups popcorn (popped)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cups dark chocolate (chopped or chips)
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.125 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional)
- to taste whipped cream
- to taste mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings
Instructions
In a medium skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the granulated sugar and stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to bubble.
Add the popped popcorn to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the caramel mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the popcorn is lightly caramelized. Remove from heat and sprinkle with ground cinnamon. Set aside to cool.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate in 20-second increments, stirring after each interval, until smooth. Allow it to cool slightly.
In a blender, combine the melted chocolate, whole milk, vanilla ice cream, unsweetened cocoa powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
Pour the shake into two tall glasses. Top each glass with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
Garnish with the caramelized popcorn and sprinkle mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings on top.
Serve immediately with a straw and a spoon for the popcorn toppings. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1758 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.1 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.1 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 292 mg | 97% | |
| Sodium | 375 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.4 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 121.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.3 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 885 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1679 mg | 36% | |
*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.
