Sweet & Salty Popcorn Treats
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Homemade Treats....!
Sometimes we want a recipe that is super quick to make and that is versatile for any party/holiday occasion of the year. This recipe might even qualify as a "little bit more healthy" than the typical sugary treats, since it's made with popcorn.
You can make your popcorn on the stovetop or with an air popper. The key in a "sweet-salty" flavor is to remember to sprinkle the popcorn with salt after popping.
Festive Popcorn Treat
When choosing your ingredients, use home-grown, grass-fed and organic ingredients whenever possible.
Ingredients:
5 TBSP popcorn kernels (rounded ¼ cup)
1 TBSP oil (my favorite is coconut oil)
Himalayan pink salt, to taste
1 cup vanilla white chips + 1 TBSP coconut oil
Directions:
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Pop the popcorn and place on a large cooking/baking sheet, removing any unpopped kernels.
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Sprinkle with salt according to taste.
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Place the vanilla chips in a microwaveable bowl (like a stoneware cereal-size bowl) with 1 TBSP coconut oil and place in the microwave. Microwave at high for one minute, then in 30-second intervals until softened/melted.
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Tip: Chips will retain their shape even when they are soft, so “test” by stirring with a teaspoon. It is very easy to burn the chips! Do not add water to thin melted chocolate – you will end up with a powdered mess. Always use a fat, such as coconut oil (my favorite), butter or shortening. If using butter, always use the smaller amount, as butter is softer at room temperature than coconut oil.
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Now drizzle the melted chips over the popcorn as evenly as you can. Place the pan in a cool place or in the freezer to allow the melted chocolate to firm up.
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Store in a tightly sealed container. A tin “holiday” can works the best to keep popcorn dry and crispy
Variations: After drizzling with white chocolate, sprinkle with any of these:
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Crushed peppermint candy
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Mini M&M’s
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Chocolate chunks
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Colorful candy sprinkles
Serving Yield:
Approximately 4-5 cups
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