Mexican Chocolate Popcorn Shake

Indulge in the rich and exotic flavors of a Mexican Chocolate Popcorn Shake—where creamy decadence meets a spicy-sweet twist. This recipe blends velvety vanilla ice cream, silky melted dark chocolate, and a hint of cayenne for a touch of heat, all perfectly balanced by a dash of fragrant cinnamon. The star topping? Lightly caramelized popcorn coated in buttery cinnamon sugar for an irresistible crunch. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this unique milkshake is a quick and fun dessert to wow your taste buds. Perfect for chocolate lovers and adventurous snackers alike, make this shake your next go-to treat for a movie night or festive gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups popcorn (popped)
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cups dark chocolate (chopped or chips)
• 1.5 cups whole milk
• 2 cups vanilla ice cream
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.125 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional)
• 0 to taste whipped cream
• 0 to taste mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings

Directions

Step 1

In a medium skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the granulated sugar and stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to bubble.

Step 2

Add the popped popcorn to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the caramel mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the popcorn is lightly caramelized. Remove from heat and sprinkle with ground cinnamon. Set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate in 20-second increments, stirring after each interval, until smooth. Allow it to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a blender, combine the melted chocolate, whole milk, vanilla ice cream, unsweetened cocoa powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Blend on high until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Pour the shake into two tall glasses. Top each glass with a generous dollop of whipped cream.

Step 6

Garnish with the caramelized popcorn and sprinkle mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings on top.

Step 7

Serve immediately with a straw and a spoon for the popcorn toppings. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(865.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1758.5

Total Fat 107.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 291.8mg	0%
Sodium 375.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 121.0g
Protein 32.3g	0%

Vitamin D 221.0IU	0%
Calcium 884.9mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 1678.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.2%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 38.5%