Kickin' Rocky Road Popcorn Recipe

Name: Kickin' Rocky Road Popcorn
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups freshly popped popcorn; no salt (I popped 1/3 cup of kernals); 1 1/2 cups unsalted almonds; chopped; 3/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup light corn syrup; 1/4 cup cocoa powder; 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8-1/4 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup butter; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups mini marshmallows

Servings: persons

8 cups freshly popped popcorn; no salt (I popped 1/3 cup of kernals)
1 1/2 cups unsalted almonds; chopped
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8-1/4 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups mini marshmallows

1
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees. Oil two 10x14 baking dishes.
2
Place popcorn and chopped almonds into a large bowl and set them aside. In a medium saucepan combine the sugar, corn syrup, cocoa powder, instant espresso powder, cinnamon, salt, cayenne pepper, and butter. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil for two minutes, until the sugar is melted. Stir in the vanilla, then pour the mixture over the popcorn and almonds. Mix it up until everything is evenly coated. Spread the popcorn into the prepared pans.
3
Bake in the oven for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
4
Remove from the oven and mix in the mini marshmallows. Allow to come to room temperature. Break it into small clumps, and store in an airtight container.

692

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 cups freshly popped popcorn; no salt (I popped 1/3 cup of kernals), 1 1/2 cups unsalted almonds; chopped, 3/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup light corn syrup, and more.

Yes, Kickin' Rocky Road Popcorn falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Kickin' Rocky Road Popcorn

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Variations & substitutions

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