Looking for a guilt-free snack that satisfies your cravings without compromising your clean eating goals? Meet the Clean Eating Coconut Popcorn! This delightful treat combines the satisfying crunch of freshly popped popcorn with the tropical sweetness of shredded coconut, creating a snack that’s not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves four, making it perfect for movie nights or afternoon munchies. Get ready to elevate your snacking game—your taste buds will thank you!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Snack
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and equipment: a large heavy-bottomed pot with a lid, measuring cups, wooden spoon, and a large serving bowl.
- Place a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat and add coconut oil. Allow the oil to melt completely and become hot, which should take about 1-2 minutes.
- Test the oil's readiness by dropping a few popcorn kernels into the pot. When they start to sizzle and pop, the oil is at the correct temperature.
- Add the remaining popcorn kernels to the pot, ensuring they are evenly distributed across the bottom of the pan.
- Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, leaving a small crack for steam to escape. This helps prevent the popcorn from becoming soggy.
- Gently shake the pot back and forth across the burner to prevent kernels from burning and ensure even heating.
- Continue shaking until popping slows down to about 2-3 seconds between pops, which typically takes 3-5 minutes.
- Remove the pot from heat immediately to prevent burning and quickly transfer the popped corn to a large serving bowl.
- Sprinkle shredded unsweetened coconut over the hot popcorn and toss gently to distribute evenly.
- Season with salt to taste, using a light hand to avoid over-salting.
- Serve immediately while warm and crisp for the best texture and flavor experience.
Tips
- Choose the Right Pot: Use a heavy-bottomed pot to ensure even heat distribution, which will help prevent burning and ensure all kernels pop perfectly.
- Watch the Temperature: Be patient when heating the coconut oil. It should be hot enough to sizzle when you drop in a few kernels, but not smoking. This helps achieve that perfect pop!
- Shake It Up: Shaking the pot gently while the popcorn is popping prevents the kernels from sticking to the bottom and burning. It’s a fun way to get involved in the cooking process!
- Leave a Crack for Steam: Keeping a small gap in the lid allows steam to escape, which keeps your popcorn crispy rather than soggy.
- Season Wisely: When adding salt, start with a small pinch and adjust to taste. You can always add more, but you can’t take it out!
- Serve Fresh: For the best flavor and texture, serve your coconut popcorn immediately after making it. It’s at its crunchiest and most delicious when warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 170kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 0mg
