Gluten-Free Tuesday: Chocolate Chipotle Bacon Popcorn

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
2%
Gluten-Free Tuesday: Chocolate Chipotle Bacon Popcorn
15 min.
10
540kcal

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Gluten-Free Tuesday: Chocolate Chipotle Bacon Popcorn

Indulge in this unique and spicy twist on classic popcorn with our Gluten-Free Chocolate Chipotle Bacon Popcorn! Perfect for those who seek a dairy-free, low FODMAP snack that won't compromise on flavor. This recipe is not only ready in just 15 minutes, but it also serves 10, making it an ideal appetizer, antipasti, starter, or snack for your gatherings.

With a caloric breakdown of 90.6% fat, 7.7% carbs, and 1.7% protein, this popcorn is a delightful treat for those watching their caloric intake. The combination of air or oil-popped popcorn, crisp bacon, dark chocolate, and a hint of chipotle spice creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

To make this recipe, you'll need a few simple ingredients and some essential equipment. The process is straightforward: melt the dark chocolate, mix it with spices, pour it over the popcorn, and sprinkle on some kosher salt and crumbled bacon for an extra crunch. Let the chocolate set, break the popcorn into pieces, and serve. For a quicker set time, you can opt to refrigerate the mixture for 20 minutes.

Get ready to impress your friends and family with this Gluten-Free Chocolate Chipotle Bacon Popcorn, a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and salty that's sure to be a hit at any gathering. Happy cooking!

Ingredients

  • 10 cups cooking oil 
  • strips bacon crumbled crisp cooked drained
  • ounces chocolate dark melted
  • 0.3 teaspoon chipotle chili powder (add more if you like a really spicy kick)
  • 10 servings kosher salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, set aside. In small bowl, stir together melted chocolate and spices.
  2. Pour chocolate over popcorn. Using a wooden spoon, toss to combine.
  3. Spread mixture on prepared baking sheet.
  4. Sprinkle popcorn lightly with kosher salt. And, if using, sprinkle crumbled bacon over the top of the popcorn. Allow chocolate to set. Break popcorn into pieces, and serve. (To speed up the setting time, place the pan in the refrigerator for twentyminutes.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories540kcal
Protein1.7%
Fat90.6%
Carbs7.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.3
Glycemic Load
1.83
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.6291304936875%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:539.63kcal
26.98%
Fat:55.05g
84.69%
Saturated Fat:9.05g
56.57%
Carbohydrates:10.53g
3.51%
Net Carbohydrates:8.03g
2.92%
Sugar:5.45g
6.06%
Cholesterol:2.26mg
0.75%
Sodium:226.08mg
9.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:18.14mg
6.05%
Protein:2.32g
4.64%
Vitamin E:8mg
53.34%
Vitamin K:33.68µg
32.08%
Manganese:0.46mg
22.97%
Copper:0.4mg
20.17%
Iron:2.74mg
15.24%
Magnesium:52.42mg
13.11%
Fiber:2.5g
10.02%
Phosphorus:76.33mg
7.63%
Zinc:0.8mg
5.36%
Potassium:171.82mg
4.91%
Selenium:2.37µg
3.39%
Vitamin B3:0.42mg
2.08%
Calcium:17.7mg
1.77%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.35%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.29%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.13%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.13%