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Chocolate Almond Butter Popcorn

May 13, 2016 by Lindsay 16 Comments

This recipe for vegan, gluten-free Chocolate Almond Butter Popcorn is so easy and makes a perfect healthy movie night dessert! You could even eat it for a snack!

This recipe for vegan, gluten-free Chocolate Almond Butter Popcorn is so easy and makes a perfect healthy movie night dessert! You could even eat it for a snack!

Hi friends!

Today I’m introducing you to another fabulous blogger – Emilie from Emilie Eats. I’m a relatively new follower to her blog but I’m SO impressed by the high-quality recipes and photos she manages from a tiny apartment while balancing school, pageants, and other college activities! You guys know I’m not a vegan myself, but that doesn’t mean I’m not obsessed with her recipes – like this Avocado Caprese Pasta Salad, these BBQ Lentil Stuffed Sweet Potatoes or these Chocolate Chip Almond Butter Bars! Do yourself a favor and go check out her blog!


Hey everyone! I’m Emilie, the blogger (and eater) over at Emilie Eats, where I share the healthy, plant-based recipes I enjoy cooking in my tiny college apartment. Thanks so much to Lindsay for letting me guest post on The Lean Green Bean! I met Lindsay through the amazing BGB Community, and I love her dedication to her family and health.

Lindsay wanted me to make something simple for all of you, so I’m bringing you one of my favorite late-night snacks perfect for movie night – chocolate almond butter popcorn!

Chocolate Almond Butter Popcorn

This recipe for vegan, gluten-free Chocolate Almond Butter Popcorn is so easy and makes a perfect healthy movie night dessert! You could even eat it for a snack!

Like most other college students, I enjoy a good Netflix binge-watching session after a long week of school and work. We just finished all 7 seasons of Breaking Bad in 1 month – the obsession is real!

Of course, you have to enjoy some delicious snacks while you’re watching your favorite movies and shows. What goes better with movie night than fresh-popped popcorn? This recipe is a twist on classic popcorn that will definitely satisfy your after-dinner sweet tooth.

You’ll need to air pop some popcorn, and I have good news: all you need are popcorn kernels and a brown paper lunch bag! Simply put the kernels in the bag and microwave them until most of the kernels are popped.

Next, prepare your almond butter drizzle! You can also use peanut butter (Reese’s popcorn, anyone?) or any other nut or seed butter. Pour your almond butter mixture over the popcorn and let it cool for a couple minutes. The mixture will harden and form irresistible popcorn clusters!

This recipe for vegan, gluten-free Chocolate Almond Butter Popcorn is so easy and makes a perfect healthy movie night dessert! You could even eat it for a snack!

Of course, don’t forget the chocolate! All you need are 3 simple ingredients to make the chocolate sauce. Drizzle some on top of your bowl of popcorn, and voilà! Movie night snacking just got a whole lot tastier. Enjoy!

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This recipe for vegan, gluten-free Chocolate Almond Butter Popcorn is so easy and makes a perfect healthy movie night dessert! You could even eat it for a snack!

  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: serves 3

Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup popcorn kernels
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup almond butter
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave nectar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Chocolate drizzle:
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar

Instructions

  1. Place the popcorn kernels in a brown paper bag. Microwave until most kernels are popped, about 3 minutes. Keep an ear out for the popping to make sure it doesn’t burn!
  2. On a baking sheet, spread the popcorn into a single layer.
  3. In a small bowl, add coconut oil; place in the microwave until melted. Add almond butter, maple syrup, and salt; whisk to combine. Place in the microwave for 30 seconds. Remove and whisk again.
  4. Pour the almond butter mixture over the popcorn. With a wooden spoon, stir the popcorn to evenly coat it with the mixture. Let it cool for 4-5 minutes.
  5. Divide into desired amount of bowls.
  6. For the chocolate drizzle, add coconut oil to a small bowl; place in the microwave until melted. Add cocoa powder and maple syrup; whisk to combine. Drizzle over the bowls of popcorn.

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Are you guys drooling yet??

This recipe for vegan, gluten-free Chocolate Almond Butter Popcorn is so easy and makes a perfect healthy movie night dessert! You could even eat it for a snack!

I can’t wait to try this recipe myself because I actually tried to make something similar about a year ago and it was a miserable fail! Huge thanks to Emilie for stopping by today. Be sure to go check out her blog and follow her on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & Pinterest.

Enjoy!
–Lindsay–

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Lindsay Livingston is a Registered Dietitian and new mom from Columbus, Ohio. On her blog, she shares simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, workouts and snapshots of her life. Follow her on Twitter @LeanGrnBeanBlog and Instagram @TheLeanGreenBean and be sure to subscribe via RSS or email so you never miss a post!

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  1. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says

    May 13, 2016 at 1:03 AM

    I love this recipe idea! We make popcorn all the time with our Netflix benders. Mostly right from the bag, but I did do a peanut butter stour caramel popcorn. Clearly this is much healthier. 🙂

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  2. Angela @ happy fit mama says

    May 13, 2016 at 5:43 AM

    Completely drooling all over my keyboard right now! My son is on a air popped popcorn kick right now so we make a ton of popcorn. I think it’s time to turn up the flavor!

    Reply
  3. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    May 13, 2016 at 6:59 AM

    Yes, totally drooling!! This looks awesome!!

    Reply
  4. rachel @ Athletic Avocado says

    May 13, 2016 at 7:48 AM

    Oh my gosh, this popcorn looks delicious! Anything with almond butter and chocolate is always perfection 🙂

    Reply
  5. Laura says

    May 13, 2016 at 9:49 AM

    OOOoOoo YUM! This looks so delicious!

    Reply
  6. Kelsey Garner says

    May 13, 2016 at 9:56 AM

    Wow!! Let me pick up my jaw off the floor! I’m a popcorn fanatic and this recipe is right up my alley!

    Reply
  7. Ana Alarcon says

    May 13, 2016 at 9:58 AM

    You just took popcorn to a new different level.

    Reply
  8. Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday says

    May 13, 2016 at 10:26 AM

    Beautiful photos and what a delicious idea! This looks like the perfect way to end the week 🙂

    Reply
  9. diane says

    May 13, 2016 at 12:32 PM

    Drooling! Nice post for a Friday afternoon; now we all know what snack to make for the weekend.

    Reply
  10. Emily says

    May 13, 2016 at 12:57 PM

    Can you say, ‘movie night?’ This is beautiful!

    Reply
  11. Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says

    May 13, 2016 at 2:09 PM

    Woah!! What a delicious and yummy looking treat!!

    Reply
  12. Jennifer @NourishedSimply says

    May 13, 2016 at 4:35 PM

    I love jazzed up popcorn!

    Reply
  13. Chrissa - Physical Kitchness says

    May 13, 2016 at 6:30 PM

    Ok holy amazing! I love the sweet and crunch COMBINED! Emilie is awesome for creating this beauty!

    Reply
  14. Hilary says

    May 16, 2016 at 9:33 AM

    Hi Emilie! You sound so much like me cooking in your tiny college kitchen! I used to do the same ! I love this recipe, I always use peanut butter drizzle but this totally takes it up a level! Can’t wait to try!

    Reply

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