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Chocolate Popcorn

Chocolate Popcorn

Cost $5, save $8

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  • 35 Min
  • 16 Servings
  • $5

INGREDIENTS

  • Preparation

    • nonstick cooking spray

  • Main Ingredients

    • 2 quarts popped popcorn
    • 1 cup peanuts (Optional)

  • Glaze

    • 🧂 ¾ cup sugar
    • 🧈 ½ cup butter
    • ¼ cup corn syrup
    • ¼ cup cocoa powder
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla

STEPS

1

Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Spray a 10x15-inch baking pan with nonstick spray. Place popcorn and peanuts into a large metal bowl; set aside.

2

Combine sugar, butter, corn syrup, and cocoa together in a saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil, stirring continuously, and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in vanilla, then pour over popcorn in the bowl.

3

Stir until popcorn is well-coated; spread on the prepared pan.

4

Bake in the preheated oven, stirring several times, for 30 minutes.

5

Remove popcorn from the oven; allow to cool to room temperature to crisp up.

6

Break into small clumps and store in an airtight container.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

186

Calories

  • 3
    Protein
  • 19
    Carbs
  • 12
    Fats

💡 Use high-quality cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavor.Make sure the popcorn is fresh and completely popped to avoid unpopped kernels.Store in an airtight container to maintain crispness.Add other nuts or dried fruits for variation.