Best 4 Chocolate Covered Popcorn Recipes

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**Chocolate-Covered Popcorn: A Sweet and Savory Treat for All Occasions**

Chocolate-covered popcorn is a delightful snack that combines the irresistible flavors of chocolate and popcorn. It's a perfect treat for parties, movie nights, or as a sweet and crunchy snack on-the-go. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe is a must-try for popcorn lovers of all ages. In this article, we'll explore three tempting variations of chocolate-covered popcorn: classic milk chocolate, decadent dark chocolate, and a unique white chocolate popcorn with sprinkles. Each recipe offers a unique flavor experience, ensuring that there's a chocolate-covered popcorn to satisfy every craving. So, gather your ingredients, grab a bowl, and let's embark on a delicious journey into the world of chocolate-covered popcorn.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHOCOLATE-COVERED POPCORN



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From the book, Caramel Knowledge. I'm not a huge plain or even buttered popcorn fan, but if it's dressed up with something gooey and sweet, then I'm so very there! Cooling time not included in preparation time.

Provided by Recipe Junkie

Categories     Candy

Time 10m

Yield 1 bowl popcorn

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup of standard batch unpopped popcorn
oil, for popping
salt
8 (1 ounce) semi-sweet chocolate baking squares

Steps:

  • Line a couple of baking sheets with waxed paper.
  • Pop the popcorn.
  • Salt and pour into a large bowl.
  • As best you can, remove any of the kernels that didn't get popped. [Very important for tooth saftey!].
  • Melt the chocolate and pour it over the still-warm popcorn.
  • Toss thoroughly, using two very large spoons.
  • Using the spoons, spread the coated popcorn onto the waxed paper covered pans and cool int he refrigerato until the chocolate has set.
  • Break apart any big clumps before you pour the chocolate popcorn into a bowl to serve.

CHOCOLATE COVERED POPCORN (BOY SCOUTS COPYCAT) CARAMEL CORN



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Like the Boy Scouts chocolate popcorn? You'll like this! Ever wonder how they get it to stay so crunchy? I think I figured it out! Makes a great handmade gift.

Provided by wyojess

Categories     Candy

Time 2h30m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 quarts lightly salted popped popcorn
1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 cup sweet unsalted butter (USE REAL BUTTER)
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup peanuts (optional)
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 lb dipping milk chocolate (Ghirardelli's)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees.
  • Place the popped corn in the largest baking pan you have (might have to do it in 2 batches if you only have a 9x13). You need to be able to stir the popcorn!
  • Melt butter in a very large saucepan (see step 6).
  • Add brown sugar and corn syrup. Stirring CONSTANTLY, bring to a boil and boil 5 minute.
  • Add peanuts (if desired).
  • Add soda (will foam up, so be ready).
  • Pour caramel over popcorn and mix well.
  • Bake popcorn one hour, stirring every 10-15 minute.
  • Remove from oven and cool completely. You'll have to stir it every once in a while so it doesn't stick together.
  • Spray a cookie sheet with oil or cover with parchment paper.
  • Melt half of chocolate per package directions (you can melt more when you need it).
  • Dip popcorn pieces in chocolate and place chocolate-covered popcorn pieces individually on the cookie sheet so they can set up.
  • Popcorn can be stored at room temp or in the refrigerator. Just keep cool so it doesn't melt.

CHOCOLATE COVERED POPCORN



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This is just a quick snack that can be put in celophane baggies for little gifts. Use different colors of chocolate for the holidays. I used blue for July 4th. It's delicious.

Provided by JANE LOUISE

Categories     Popcorn

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 popped microwave bags of popcorn
1 lb. melting chocolate in favorite color
salt to taste

Steps:

  • 1. In double broiler, melt chocolate while popping the 3 bags of microwave popcorn. Put all popped corn in a large bowl. Pour the melted chocolate over it and stir with spatula or hands. Salt to give it a sweet and salty taste. Let cool...but don't put in fridge. It will make the popcorn stick to the bowl. Just put in a cool place. Then put in pretty bags with ribbon ties or in a plastic container.

CHOCOLATE COVERED POPCORN



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A quick and easy "go-to" for a sweet treat or last minute holiday (or anytime) gifts!!

Provided by Erin Mascroft

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 bag popcorn, popped (i prefer jolly time)
3 squares almond bark (any color)
sprinkle decorations, if desired

Steps:

  • 1. Pop the bag of popcorn; spread onto parchment paper. Remove all un-popped kernels (careful, they are hot!) Let popcorn cool.
  • 2. Melt almond bark according to package directions in the microwave or on a double boiler. Using a spoon drizzle over cooked popcorn; use decorative sprinkles, if desired, before the almond bark has hardened. Let it stand for 15-20 minutes until the bark has hardened. Once hard, carefully use your fingers to "toss" the popcorn gently. Repeat the coating process again. Makes awesome goodie and gift bags! Enjoy!

Tips for Making Perfect Chocolate-Covered Popcorn:

- Use high-quality popcorn kernels. Fresh, non-GMO kernels will yield the best results. - Pop the popcorn in a large pot or air popper. Make sure to shake or stir the popcorn while it's popping to prevent burning. - Remove any unpopped kernels from the popcorn before coating it in chocolate. This will help to prevent the chocolate from becoming too thick or grainy. - Use a high-quality chocolate for coating the popcorn. Semi-sweet or dark chocolate works well. You can also use white chocolate or milk chocolate, but be sure to adjust the sweetness of the popcorn accordingly. - Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave. If you're using the microwave, be sure to heat the chocolate in short bursts, stirring in between, to prevent it from burning. - Coat the popcorn in the melted chocolate using a spoon or spatula. Be sure to evenly coat all of the popcorn. - Spread the chocolate-covered popcorn out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let the chocolate harden completely before serving. - For a fun twist, you can add chopped nuts, dried fruit, or sprinkles to the chocolate-covered popcorn before it hardens.

Conclusion:

Chocolate-covered popcorn is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for parties, movie nights, or as a snack. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious treat that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a sweet and salty snack, give chocolate-covered popcorn a try!

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