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Creepy Bloody Red Velvet Popcorn in a black bowl, perfect spooky Halloween snack.
Callie Brooks

Bloody Red Velvet Popcorn

This Bloody Red Velvet Popcorn is a sweet, spooky snack with a gory red glaze and rich vanilla flavor — perfect for Halloween movie nights and vampire-themed parties. Fast, dramatic, and crowd-pleasing.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup popcorn kernels (yields ~12 cups popped)
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tsp red gel food coloring
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder (optional for deeper color and flavor)

Equipment

  • large pot with lid
  • saucepan
  • wooden spoon or spatula
  • mixing bowl
  • parchment paper
  • baking tray (optional)

Method
 

  1. Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add popcorn kernels, cover with lid, and pop until the popping slows. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  3. Remove syrup from heat. Stir in red food coloring, vanilla extract, salt, and cocoa powder if using. The syrup should look thick and glossy red.
  4. Quickly pour the red syrup over the popcorn and toss until evenly coated. Work fast before it sets.
  5. Spread the coated popcorn on parchment paper in a single layer. Let it cool completely to harden.
  6. Optional: Bake the popcorn at 250°F for 20 minutes if you prefer extra crunch. Let cool again before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 2gSugar: 11gCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.4mg

Notes

For a richer 'velvet' flavor, add 1 tsp cocoa powder to the syrup. Bake at 250°F for 20 minutes for extra crunch. Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days. Avoid using buttered popcorn as it prevents proper coating. Let kids help with tossing and decorating, but keep them away from the hot syrup.

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