The Super Bowl of Popcorn
Get ready for game day with "The Super Bowl of Popcorn," the ultimate snack mash-up that combines sweet, salty, and spicy flavors into one irresistible treat. This recipe elevates classic popcorn with a trio of drizzled dark and white chocolate, crushed pretzels, and potato chips for a satisfying crunch in every bite. A touch of smoked paprika and cayenne pepper adds a savory kick, while buttery caramel notes tie it all together. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleasing snack is perfect for parties, movie nights, or any festive gathering. Serve it in a giant bowl and watch it disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unpopped popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup crushed pretzels
- 1 cup crushed potato chips
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 sheet large parchment paper
Instructions
Place a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the vegetable oil and 3 popcorn kernels to the pot. Cover it with a lid and wait until the kernels pop, signaling the oil is hot enough.
Add the remaining popcorn kernels to the pot, cover, and shake occasionally. Keep the lid slightly ajar to release steam. Cook until popping slows to 2-3 seconds between pops, then remove from heat.
Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave. Stir in the granulated sugar, salt, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Pour this mixture over the popped popcorn and toss gently to coat evenly.
Spread the popcorn onto a large parchment paper-lined baking sheet, ensuring an even layer across the surface.
Melt the dark chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) or in the microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth.
Drizzle the dark chocolate over the popcorn using a spoon. Repeat the process with the white chocolate chips, melting and drizzling them over the popcorn as well.
Sprinkle the crushed pretzels and potato chips over the popcorn immediately after drizzling the chocolates to ensure they stick.
Allow the popcorn to cool completely at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes, so the chocolate sets.
Break up any large clusters and serve in a large bowl. Enjoy this sweet, salty, and slightly spicy popcorn medley with friends and family!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 205.7 g | 264% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.2 g | 501% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 5208 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 620.5 g | 226% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.7 g | 195% | |
| Total Sugars | 253.8 g | ||
| Protein | 72.6 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 650 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 30.0 mg | 167% | |
| Potassium | 3794 mg | 81% | |
*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.
