Description
Indulge in a vibrant, sweet snack that blends the rich flavors of red velvet cake with crispy popcorn, perfect for festive occasions and movie nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 to 2 tablespoons red gel food coloring
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Pop the Corn: Use an air popper or stovetop to pop the popcorn kernels. If using oil, heat it over medium heat before adding the kernels. Once popped, transfer to a large bowl.
- Melt the White Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips in short bursts (30 seconds), stirring in between until smooth.
- Mix Cocoa and Color: In a separate bowl, combine cocoa powder and powdered sugar. Add red food coloring until you reach your desired color.
- Combine Everything: Drizzle melted white chocolate over the popcorn and gently toss until coated. Sprinkle in the cocoa-sugar mixture and toss again to ensure even coverage.
- Set It Up: Spread the coated popcorn on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let it sit for 15-20 minutes to harden.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, break apart any clumps and serve in festive bowls or bags for an eye-catching snack!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (40g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - Use high-quality popcorn kernels for better texture. - Don’t overcoat with melted chocolate; too much can lead to sogginess. - Customize by adding sprinkles or crushed nuts for added flair!