Poppy Chow

Poppy Chow

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Poppy Chow
Serves 8
Meal type Dessert, Snack
Poppy chow is a lighter twist on "puppy chow," traditionally made with Chex cereal.

Ingredients

  • 7 tablespoons virgin coconut oil (divided)
  • 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1
Make the popcorn: In a large stock pot, melt 3 tablespoons oil over medium high heat, add 3-4 popcorn kernels, and cover. When the kernels pop, add the remaining kernels and cover. Remove from heat for 30 seconds, then return to heat. Once the popping starts, continuously shake the pot gently back and forth until 2-3 seconds pass between pops. Remove from heat.
Step 2
Melt the chocolate chips, peanut butter, remaining coconut oil, and vanilla extract in the microwave or in a double boiler. Discard all unpopped kernels and toss with melted chocolate mixture in a large bowl. Toss until all popcorn is coated. Let cool until chocolate mixture is tacky but not hot, then toss with powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, until popcorn is coated. Let cool, then store in an airtight container.