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    Home » Instant Pot » Instant Pot Chocolate Bacon Popcorn

    Published: Dec 16, 2020 · Modified: Feb 2, 2021 by Lisa Johnson

    Instant Pot Chocolate Bacon Popcorn

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    Instant Pot Chocolate Bacon Popcorn overflowing a bowl with title graphic across the top.

    Instant Pot Chocolate Bacon Popcorn is an easy and delicious, sweet and salty snack that is perfect for after school, movie night, or game day. Okay who am I kidding, this popcorn recipe is perfect any time! For even more pressure cooker ideas, check out the Instant Pot Recipes page.

    Instant Pot Chocolate and Bacon Popcorn overflowing a dark blue bowl onto a wooden surface.

    I started out the day wanting to make Kettle Corn, but then I started craving bacon. First I made bacon popcorn, but it was missing something. Melted dark chocolate was exactly what this popcorn recipe needed to take it over the top!

    Ingredients needed to make this recipe:

    Bacon grease, popcorn kernels, seasoning salt, chocolate chips and bacon in small white bowls on a wooden background.
    • popcorn kernels - I used Orville Redenbacher.
    • melted bacon grease - fresh is best but any that you have on hand will work.
    • I put together my own blend of seasonings which are listed below, or you can use your own seasoning salt.
    • I used dark stevia sweetened chocolate chips, but use your favorite. Ghirardelli bittersweet is delicious as well.
    • diced bacon - mine is very small dice but larger chunks will work as well.
    A close-up image of Instant Pot Chocolate Bacon Popcorn in a dark blue bowl.

    How to make Chocolate Bacon Popcorn in an Instant Pot

    Turn on your pressure cooker and press the Sauté button and press again until the display reads More.

    Instant Pot set to Sauté - More with red arrows pointing to each setting.

    When the display reads HOT, add two tablespoons of bacon grease. Once the grease is hot, shimmering and starting to sizzle add the popcorn kernels and stir/toss to coat.

    Popcorn kernels mixed with melted bacon grease in the liner of a pressure cooker.

    Cover the pressure cooker liner with a glass lid or silicone splatter guard.

    Lid with vent hole covering the popcorn kernels in the pressure cooker.

    Once two-thirds of the kernels have popped, and popping slows, turn off the Instant Pot and allow the remaining kernels to pop with the lid on. When the kernels stop popping remove the lid and pour into a large bowl.

    Freshly popped popcorn in a stainless steel bowl.

    Pour 3 tablespoons of melted bacon grease over the popcorn and toss to coat. Sprinkle with seasoned salt and toss to combine.

    Popcorn tossed with bacon grease and seasoning salt.

    Spread popcorn out over a silicone or parchment paper lined baking sheet. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the popcorn, and sprinkle with the diced bacon.

    Melt chocolate drizzled over popcorn on a baking sheet, with diced bacon sprinkled on top.

    Place in a cool location and allow the chocolate to set before serving.

    Close up of a pan of Instant Pot Chocolate Bacon Popcorn.

    Warning: this popcorn is addictive!! No this is not health food, this is a fun treat to serve occasionally. Just have fun with it.

    Recipe Notes & Tips

    • The main reason that I added the chocolate was to have a way to get the bacon bits to stick. That is also why I chopped the bacon so small. Leaving them a bit larger will give you more bacon flavor in each bite.
    • The official Instant Pot lid has a vent hole that allows the steam to escape. If you use a different lid, which you can of course, make sure you leave a bit of space for the steam to get out. Soggy popcorn is no fun.
    • I chose to use dark chocolate because that is my favorite. Feel free to use semi-sweet, bittersweet or even milk chocolate if you prefer.

    More delicious popcorn recipes:

    • Instant Pot Popcorn
    • Springtime Chocolate Covered Popcorn
    • Taco Popcorn
    • Salsa Verde Popcorn
    • Grinch Popcorn

    Tools used to create this popcorn recipe:

    • Instant Pot
    • popcorn kernels
    • chocolate chips sugar-free - bittersweet - semi-sweet - milk chocolate
    • wooden turner
    • baking sheet
    • silicone mat

    Enjoy!!

    Instant Pot Chocolate Bacon Popcorn in a dark blue bowl falling out on a wooden background

    Instant Pot Chocolate Bacon Popcorn

    Instant Pot Chocolate Bacon Popcorn is an easy and delicious, sweet and salty snack that is perfect for after school, movie night, or game day!
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    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: pressure cooker, popcorn recipe
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 8 Servings
    Calories: 219kcal
    Author: Lisa Johnson

    Equipment

    • Pressure Cooker

    Ingredients

    • .25 teaspoon fine sea salt
    • .125 teaspoon paprika 1/8th teaspoon
    • .125 teaspoon garlic powder
    • .125 teaspoon onion powder
    • .125 teaspoon cayenne pepper start with less if you do not like spicy.
    • 6 tablespoons melted bacon grease divided
    • .5 cup popcorn kernels
    • 3.5 ounces dark chocolate chips
    • 4 slices cooked bacon diced
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    Instructions

    • Mix the seasonings together in a small bowl and set aside.
    • Turn on your pressure cooker and press the Sauté button and press again until the display reads More.
    • When the display reads HOT, add two tablespoons of bacon grease. Once the grease is hot, shimmering and starting to sizzle add the popcorn kernels and stir/toss to coat.
    • Cover the pressure cooker liner with a glass lid or silicone splatter guard.
    • Once two-thirds of the kernels have popped, and popping slows, turn off the Instant Pot and allow the remaining kernels to pop with the lid on. When the kernels stop popping remove the lid and pour into a large bowl.
    • Pour 3 tablespoons of melted bacon grease over the popcorn and toss to coat. Sprinkle with seasoned salt and toss to combine.
    • Melt the chocolate and 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the microwave for 1 minutes. Stir until smooth. If not melted, heat in 15 second intervals until smooth.
    • Spread popcorn out over a silicone or parchment paper lined baking sheet. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the popcorn, and sprinkle with the diced bacon.
    • Place in a cool location and allow the chocolate to set before serving.

    Notes

    • The main reason that I added the chocolate was to have a way to get the bacon bits to stick. That is also why I chopped the bacon so small. Leaving them a bit larger will give you more bacon flavor in each bite.
    • The official Instant Pot lid has a vent hole that allows the steam to escape. If you use a different lid, which you can of course, make sure you leave a bit of space for the steam to get out. Soggy popcorn is no fun.
    • I chose to use dark chocolate because that is my favorite. Feel free to use semi-sweet, bittersweet or even milk chocolate if you prefer.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 219kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 244mg | Potassium: 127mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 28IU | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Nina says

      December 17, 2020 at 7:07 am

      OMG this sounds AMAZING!

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      • Lisa Johnson says

        December 17, 2020 at 1:04 pm

        Thank you Nina, it really is amazing!!

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