Description
Experience the delightful fusion of popcorn and cake with our Red Velvet Popcorn! This scrumptious treat combines the crunch of freshly popped popcorn with the rich, velvety flavor of red velvet cake, all drizzled in creamy white chocolate. Ideal for movie nights, birthday celebrations, or as a unique party favor, this snack will impress your guests and satisfy any sweet craving. With its vibrant color and delectable taste, Red Velvet Popcorn is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes.
Ingredients
- 1 box red velvet cake mix (prepared as directed)
- 12 cups freshly popped popcorn (about 1/3 cup popcorn kernels)
- 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vegetable shortening
Instructions
- Bake the red velvet cake according to package directions. Once cooled, crumble about 4 cups of the cake.
- In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and vegetable shortening. Microwave at half power in 30-second intervals until melted, stirring often.
- Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Spread the popped popcorn evenly over it.
- Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the popcorn and gently toss to coat.
- Immediately sprinkle the crumbled red velvet cake over the coated popcorn and toss gently again to distribute evenly.
- Allow the chocolate to set before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg