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Chocolate Popcorn

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Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 35 Min
  • 16 Servings
  • $5

INGREDIENTS

  • Preparation

    • nonstick cooking spray

  • Main Ingredients

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

  • Glaze

    • šŸ§‚ Ā¾ cup sugar
    • šŸ§ˆ Ā½ cup butter
    • Ā¼ cup corn syrup
    • Ā¼ 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

šŸ”„

186

Calories

  • 3g
    Protein
  • 19g
    Carbs
  • 12g
    Fats

šŸ’” Tips

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.

āš ļø Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.