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Hot Chocolate Popcorn Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 cups
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Hot Chocolate Popcorn is a delightful and easy-to-make sweet snack that combines light, fluffy popcorn with a rich coating of melted chocolate, cocoa, and a dusting of powdered sugar. Inspired by the comforting flavors of classic hot chocolate, this treat is perfect for movie nights, festive gatherings, or any time you want a cozy snack with a chocolaty twist.

Ingredients

Popcorn

  • 8 cups popped popcorn (plain, unsalted)

Chocolate Coating

  • 1/2 cup dark or milk chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cocoa Dusting

  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Optional Topping

  • Mini marshmallows, optional

Instructions

  1. Prepare Popcorn: Place 8 cups of popped popcorn into a large bowl, carefully removing any unpopped kernels to prevent choking hazards.
  2. Melt Chocolate Mixture: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine 1/2 cup chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon unsalted butter. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
  3. Add Flavor: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to infuse the chocolate with a rich aroma.
  4. Coat Popcorn: Drizzle the melted chocolate and butter mixture evenly over the popcorn. Gently toss or stir the popcorn to ensure every piece is coated without breaking the kernels.
  5. Mix Cocoa Dusting: In a separate small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons cocoa powder with 1/4 cup powdered sugar, mixing well to blend.
  6. Apply Cocoa Dusting: Sprinkle the cocoa and powdered sugar mixture over the chocolate-coated popcorn and toss again gently until the popcorn is evenly coated with the cocoa dusting.
  7. Add Optional Marshmallows: If desired, add mini marshmallows to the bowl with the popcorn and gently mix to incorporate them.
  8. Set the Popcorn: Spread the coated popcorn on a lined baking sheet in an even layer. Allow it to cool at room temperature until the chocolate hardens and the coating sets, preventing clumping.
  9. Serve: Once cooled and set, serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Use plain, unsalted popcorn so that the chocolate flavor is prominent and not masked by salt or butter.
  • Allow the popcorn to cool completely on the baking sheet to ensure the chocolate coating hardens properly and does not clump together.
  • Store leftover Hot Chocolate Popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain freshness and crispness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://kitchenmartha.com/hot-chocolate-popcorn-recipe/