What could be more enjoyable than sitting down to watch a movie with people you care about? As chocolate popcorn is an automatic addition to the snack list, the only decision to be made is which film to watch. You’ve certainly tried all sorts of movie snacks, like dropping smarties or Whispers into the popcorn. Now, however, you can enjoy the deliciousness of cocoa on top of it all.
CHOCOLATE POPCORN TIPS
After popping the corn in your favourite method, sprinkle on some fine salt right away so that it may permeate the kernels. Salt, as in salted caramel, enhances the flavour of chocolate and will make you think of your favourite movie pairings. To evenly distribute the chocolate, just drizzle it over the pan with a fork, and then pour the popcorn into the chocolate bowl to combine. Put in a large dish and accompany with whatever drink you choose.
Make the refreshments the highlight of the movie night. The finished product of this chocolate popcorn dish is everything a movie theatre snack should be. Popcorn coated in dark chocolate, although delicious, is the perfect no-guilt snack.
CHOCOLATE POPCORN RECIPE
Recipe by Linda Kaumphawi
Course: Snacks, Treats
Cuisine: Global
Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
INGREDIENTS
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½ cup popcorn kernels
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½ tsp salt
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½ cup chopped dark chocolate
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¼ tsp coconut oil (optional)
METHOD
- Pop popcorn. You can air pop it, use a popcorn popper, or cook on the stove top. See package for directions.
- Prepare a parchment lined baking sheet. Once popcorn is popped, spread it out on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt.
- Melt chocolate and coconut oil until smooth. Using a spoon or fork – drizzle the chocolate/oil mixture until the popcorn is evenly coated.
- Allow the popcorn to set at room temperature for 30 minutes. Store in airtight containers or bags to maintain freshness.