DIABETIC POPCORN CRUNCH

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Coating popcorn with syrup is a great way to satisfy a sweet tooth, since it makes a bit of syrup go a long way.

Provided by Bluenoser

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 26m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

10 cups low fat microwave popped popcorn
1/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons molasses
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Spray a large baking pan with nonstick spray. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Remove and discard unpopped kernels from popcorn and set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, combine sugar, molasses, water and stir to mix well.
  • Cook over medium heat stirring with a wooden spoon until it comes to a full boil.
  • Boil stirring constantly for 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat.
  • With a wooden spoon, stir in vanilla. Mix well.
  • Very slowly drizzle syrup over the popcorn, stirring well to coat evenly (keep fingers away from hot syrup).
  • Spread popcorn evenly in the pan.
  • Bake on centre oven rack 5-6 mins until popcorn begins to crisp slightly.
  • Remove from oven and stir.
  • Let cool.
  • Syrup will harden and popcorn will crisp further as it cools.
  • When cool store in a sealed plastic bag or airtight container for 2-3 days (if it lasts that long!).
  • EXCHANGE: 1 carbohydrate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.3, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 2.9, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 10.1, Protein 1

walkersky10 Lucas Horton
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I'm so glad I tried this popcorn crunch. It's a delicious and healthy snack that I'll definitely be making again.


Fatima Baseer
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This popcorn crunch is a great way to get kids to eat popcorn. My kids love it!


odoyo sharon
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I love that this popcorn crunch can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy families.


Willston September
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This popcorn crunch is the perfect snack for on the go. It's easy to pack and it's mess-free.


Khawar Gill
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I've never had popcorn crunch before, but I'm definitely a fan now. It's so delicious and satisfying.


Tilprasad Sharma
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This popcorn crunch is so easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a bowl and mix them together.


Chrishay Martin
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up leftover popcorn.


Rizwan Bhatti
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This popcorn crunch is the perfect snack for people with diabetes. It's low in sugar and carbs, and it's packed with fiber.


Ernestina Rios
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I love that this popcorn crunch is made with healthy ingredients. It's a great way to satisfy my sweet tooth without feeling guilty.


Bhuvnesh Kumar
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This popcorn crunch is so addicting! I can't stop eating it. It's the perfect balance of sweet and salty.


Shahryar Mughal
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I've made this popcorn crunch a few times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect snack for parties or movie nights.


Sk Shihab
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This popcorn crunch was a huge hit at my last party! Everyone loved it, and it was so easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.