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A large bowl of chocolate-coated popcorn topped with cookie crumbles and sea salt
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Best Double Chocolate Protein Popcorn with Crumbles

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 315kcal

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup popcorn kernels (yielding approximately 12-14 cups popped)
  • 60 grams chocolate whey protein powder, divided
  • 0.25 cup dark chocolate chips (70% cocoa)
  • 2 tablespoons refined coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoons creamy natural peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.5 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies or chocolate protein cookies (crumbles)
  • 0.25 teaspoon fine sea salt

Instructions

  • Pop the popcorn kernels using an air-popper or a stovetop method with a high-smoke-point oil. Place the popped corn in a large, heat-resistant mixing bowl, removing any unpopped kernels.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate chips, coconut oil, and peanut butter. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the mixture is completely homogenous and liquid.
  • Whisk 30 grams (1 scoop) of the chocolate protein powder and the cocoa powder into the melted chocolate mixture until a smooth, thick glaze forms.
  • Drizzle the chocolate glaze over the popcorn. Use a silicone spatula to fold the popcorn gently until every piece is evenly coated.
  • Sift the remaining 30 grams of chocolate protein powder and the sea salt over the wet popcorn. Toss again; the dry powder will adhere to the glaze, creating a textured outer layer and preventing the kernels from sticking together.
  • Fold in the crushed chocolate cookie crumbles, ensuring they are distributed throughout the mixture.
  • Spread the popcorn in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes to allow the chocolate protein glaze to stabilize and 'snap' before serving.