Fudgy Popcorn

Indulge your sweet tooth with this irresistible recipe for Fudgy Popcorn, the perfect combination of crunch and decadence. This unique treat starts with freshly popped kernels that are coated in a rich, homemade fudge sauce made from butter, cocoa powder, sugar, and a touch of vanilla for an extra layer of flavor. A quick and easy recipe with just 25 minutes of prep and cooking time, this snack is ideal for movie nights, parties, or whenever you’re craving something sweet and satisfying. The fudgy coating sets beautifully, creating clusters of chocolatey goodness that will have everyone reaching for more. Serve it fresh or store it for a few days—if it lasts that long! Perfect for popcorn lovers with a chocolate addiction, this recipe is guaranteed to be a hit.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Popcorn kernels
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1/3 cup Granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons Light corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add 2-3 popcorn kernels and cover the pot with a lid.

Step 2

Once the test kernels pop, add the rest of the popcorn kernels, cover the pot again, and shake it gently to coat the kernels evenly in oil.

Step 3

Continue cooking the popcorn, shaking the pot occasionally, until the popping slows to about 2 seconds between pops. Remove the pot from heat and transfer the popcorn to a large bowl. Discard any unpopped kernels.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Stir in the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and light corn syrup until well combined.

Step 5

Increase the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly. Let it boil for about 1-2 minutes, then remove it from heat.

Step 6

Stir in the vanilla extract and salt into the fudgy mixture.

Step 7

Pour the warm fudge topping over the popcorn and use a spatula to gently toss until the popcorn is evenly coated.

Step 8

Spread the fudgy popcorn onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer to cool and set for about 10 minutes.

Step 9

Once cooled, break apart any large clusters and serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	303.9 grams (303.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1337

Total Fat 84.70g	109%
Saturated Fat 36.80g	184%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 607mg	26%
Total Carbohydrate 169.20g	62%
Dietary Fiber 28.90g	103%
Total Sugars 97.00g
Protein 18.30g	37%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 90mg	7%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 1090mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.4%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 44.8%