Description
A spooky and delicious treat perfect for Halloween, this Bloody Red Velvet Popcorn combines the rich flavor of red velvet with a fun, festive twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup popcorn kernels
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- Red food coloring
- 1/4 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn kernels using an air popper or stovetop method and place in a large bowl.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, then stir in the sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract.
- Once the mixture is combined, add the baking soda and a few drops of red food coloring to achieve a bloody red color.
- Pour the red velvet mixture over the popcorn and stir until evenly coated.
- Spread the coated popcorn onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let it cool.
- Once cooled, drizzle melted white chocolate over the popcorn for a spooky effect.
- Allow the white chocolate to set before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense red color, add more red food coloring as desired.
- Store in an airtight container to keep the popcorn fresh.
- This treat can be made ahead of time for Halloween parties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg