Before we get started, I have a quick little confession to make. I'm a little nervous to tell you this, because of the nature of this post.....but here goes. I don't even really like popcorn! Or Almond Joys, for that matter....! So how I decided to make this tasty little treat is beyond me. I think I can blame it on Trader Joe's. Ah, yes. Trader Joe's. I'm pretty sure it was the coconut oil.
Have you ever seen coconut oil? I had hardly even heard of it before my trip to Trader Joe's last week! It comes in a little jar and is white and solid at room temperature. I saw it sitting on a shelf in the baking aisle, and I immediately knew I had to have it. And then the question came of what to do with it.....and, for obvious reasons, Almond Joys came to mind. Needless to say, I ran with it....!
The question then became "Almond Joy what!?" And, one way or another, I settled on popcorn. Truth be told, although I have seen and pinned a million and one flavored popcorns, I have never actually looked at a recipe to see how I would go about making one. (I don't really like popcorn, remember!?) But, truth be told, I was secretly excited that I had no idea what I was doing. Because that meant I get to explore, and create, and be that much more excited when something I created actually turned out to be delicious!
That's right......I said delicious! It turns out I DO like popcorn, after all....at least when it's covered in chocolate and coconut and all kinds of goodness...! And I'm guessing you'll like this popcorn, too (even if you're not much of a popcorn - or Almond Joy - person!)
Almond Joy Popcorn
4 c. popped popcorn (stovetop or microwave - I popped mine in coconut oil)
1/8 c. cocoa powder
1/4 c. powdered sugar
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
1/2 cup unsalted almonds
1/2 c. shredded sweetened coconut
1. Remove all un-popped kernels from popcorn.
2. Pour popcorn into an empty brown paper grocery bag; add cocoa powder and powdered sugar and shake to coat.
3. Add melted chocolate, almonds, and coconut to bag and shake until chocolate and coconut are (evenly) distributed.
Tanya-Lemonsforlulu.com
Man, we couldn't be friends if you didn't like popcorn!!! The one food I could live on!!! Seriously, this combination is wonderful and I suspect highly addictive!
Cathy Trochelman
It IS highly addictive....I ended up eating so much of it and having to give the rest away to stop myself!! lol
Betty Daniels
It is delicious and addictive. The only way to stop eating it is to eat it until it's gone. ☺
Cathy Trochelman
This is TRUE!! Even for a non-popcorn-lover 🙂
Cindy
I do like pop corn and I love Almond Joys so I am sure I will love this treat! Can't wait to try it.
Cathy Trochelman
Wonderful! I hope you love it!!
Patricia Reitz
I'm dying over here - must make soon!!!
Cathy Trochelman
I hope you do, Patricia!! Wish I could send some via email 😉
AnnMarie aka Vintage Junkie aka NaNa
I HAVE to make this for my husband...he is a huge Almond Joy fan! Found your blog on the Bouquet of Talent Sunday Linky party. I pinned this and following you also on Pinterest! Please visit me when you get a chance!
http://www.musingofavintagejunkie.blogspot.com
Cathy Trochelman
Thanks so much, AnnMarie! Glad you stopped by and I appreciate the pin and follow!!
Diana - FreeStyleMama
WOW!!!
Cathy Trochelman
🙂 Thanks, Diana!
Julia Kendrick
Mmmm! I can't wait to try this! I love the idea of chocolate on my popcorn. 🙂 Julia @ http://www.juliakendrick.com
Cathy Trochelman
Thanks, Julia! Chocolate popcorn is delicious!!
Cathy
Oh My! There goes the diet!
Pinned!
These look delicious!
Love your blog! Would love for you to link up on A Peek Into My Paradise T.G.I.F. Link Party on Friday!
Cathy @ http://apeekintomyparadise.blogspot.com/
Cathy Trochelman
Thanks so much, Cathy! I appreciate the invite!!
Jessica @ Barefoot by the Sea
How did I miss this? Love almond joys, yes I was THE kid who was giddy if one happened to be tossed into my Halloween bag! I gave them up long ago in favor of zipping my jeans but how could I resist this gourmet version?! I may whip up a batch for teacher appreciation week!
Cathy Trochelman
LOL - funniest comment ever! "I gave them up long ago in favor of zipping my jeans..." Too funny 🙂 Great idea to use as a teacher gift!
Danielle
I LOVE almond joys - the candy, the creamer, homemade almond joy trail mix... All of it... And this is getting added to the list!
Thanks for sharing it at the Pinterest Power Party!
Danielle
SewMuchCrafting.com
Cathy Trochelman
Perfect! Thanks, Danielle!! 🙂
Rita
I love popcorn and almond joy's so you had me from the get go! This looks so delicious! Thanks for sharing.
Cathy Trochelman
Awwww...glad you found me! 🙂
Lyuba @ Will Cook For Smiles
If it says almond joy...you have my heart!!
And a feature tonight 🙂
Delicious!
Debra Hawkins
Thank you so much for linking up to Creative Showcase at Housewife Eclectic, I featured this post over here: http://www.housewifeeclectic.com/2013/05/creative-showcase-features-and-link-up.html
Shannah @ Just Us Four
Yummy! This looks so delicious. Thanks so much for linking this up to the Pinworthy Projects Party! You will be featured tomorrow at Just Us Four!
Lyuba @ Will Cook For Smiles
Looks like you need a little pin boost 🙂
I must pin it to my favorite board!
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