Description
Elevate your snack game with this vibrant Bloody Red Velvet Popcorn, a delightful blend of rich cocoa and sweet flavors perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup popcorn kernels
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2–3 tsp gel red food coloring
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Use an air popper or stovetop to pop about 8 cups of popcorn. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter until fully liquid.
- Stir the unsweetened cocoa powder into the melted butter until smooth. Add in gel red food coloring until you reach your desired shade.
- Drizzle the cocoa mixture over the popped corn while gently tossing to coat each kernel evenly.
- Sprinkle powdered sugar generously over the popcorn while continuing to toss for optimal sweetness distribution.
- Spread the popcorn onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize this recipe by adding sprinkles or crushed cookies for extra texture and flair. Store leftover popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature for freshness.