I originally found the idea for this recipe on Browned Eyed Baker last winter. The first time I made it I did it just as the original recipe called and it was great, it's essentially puppy chow with popcorn. However, in the end I wanted to make my version a little more real food friendly. This turned out easier to do than I thought and what's great is you don't need pre-made chocolate, which almost always has soy lecithin in it, an ingredient that's best to be avoided if possible.
This isn't overly sweet, but instead just sweet enough and perfect for satisfying a desire for a desert or a fun snack. The kiddos love it too! My son told me today as he was eating a handful of the popcorn, "Mom, this is delicious!" That's what this momma likes to hear in the kitchen! Of course, can you really go too wrong with chocolate, almond and coconut with a bit of crunch? Umm, I think not. :-)
Chocolate Almond Butter Popcorn w/ Coconut Flakes
What You'll Need
~ 10 cups
1/2 cup organic, unsalted butter
7 tbsp. rapadura or other sugar
2 tbsp. organic, whole milk
5 tbsp. organic cocoa powder
2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup organic almond butter
8 cups plain, organic popcorn
2 cups non-sweetened coconut flakes
