Mole Popcorn Clusters
- Ingredients:12
- Servings:42
- Calories per serving:130
Mole Popcorn Clusters
- Ingredients:12
- Servings:42
- Calories per serving:130
Welcome the flavors of the traditional Mexican spicy sauce to the snack scene in a creative Cocoa Puffs™ Cereal and popcorn sweet-hot, crunchy mix.
Ingredient
Cereal Blend
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Cocoa Puffs™ Bulkpak Cereal (11999) | 3 oz | 3 cups |
| Tortilla chips, finely ground | 2 oz | 1 cup |
| Cocoa powder | 0.75 oz | 1/4 cup |
| Chili powder | ---Value Not Available | 2 Tbsp |
| Cinnamon, ground | ---Value Not Available | 1 Tbsp |
| Steel cut oats, dry | 1.50 oz | 1/2 cup |
| Pumpkin seeds, salted | 2.25 oz | 1/2 cup |
Sugar Slurry
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Light corn syrup | 9 oz | 3/4 cup |
| Butter, unsalted, softened | 2 oz | 1/4 cup |
| Water, cold approx. 50°F | ---Value Not Available | 2 tsp |
| Powdered sugar | 1 lb 1.50 oz | 2 1/2 cups |
Finishing
| Ingredient | Weight | Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Popcorn, popped | 5 oz | 18 cups |
Instructions
- Prep
- Spray large metal mixing bowl, full sheet pan and rubber spatula generously with non-stick spray; set aside.
- Cereal Blend
Pour Cocoa Puffs, tortilla chips, cocoa powder, chili powder, cinnamon, steel cut oats, pumpkin/pepita seeds in a large mixing bowl,
Stir together and set aside until needed.
- Sugar Slurry
Add corn syrup, butter, water and powdered sugar into medium heavy-bottomed sauce pan.
Stir over medium-high heat until butter is melted and ingredients are combined.
Bring mixture to a boil (do not stir), allowing mixture to reach 250°F then immediately turn off heat.
- Finishing
Add popcorn and Cereal Blend to large, greased bowl; toss to combine.
Pour in Sugar Slurry and fold in using greased rubber spatula.
Form small clusters (approx. 2 Tbsp) and place on greased, full-size baking sheet; cool completely.
Store pieces in a tightly covered, rigid container in a cool, dark space. Do not refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories130
- Total Fat4g
- Protein1g
- Total Carbohydrate23g
- Sugars14g
Servings: 42
Serving Size: ½ cup
Amount Per Serving Calories : 130
| Food Component / Nutrient | Amount | % , Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1&½g | % Value Not Available |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | % Value Not Available |
| Omega-3 | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 35mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 5% |
| Soluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Insoluble Fiber | 0g | % Value Not Available |
| Sugars | 14g | % Value Not Available |
| Protein | 1g | % Value Not Available |
| Vitamin D | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Calcium | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Iron | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Potassium | 45mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Vitamin C | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Vitamin E | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Thiamin | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Riboflavin | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Niacin | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Folic Acid | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Pantothenic Acid | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Phosphorus | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Magnesium | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Zinc | Value Not Available | 4% |
| Manganese | Value Not Available | 10% |
| Selenium | Value Not Available | 0% |
| Copper | Value Not Available | 2% |
| Beta-Carotene | Value Not Available | % Value Not Available |
*The % Daily Value (DV) 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. | ||
Exchanges
- Starch 0,
- Fruit 0,
- Other Carbohydrate 1&½,
- Skim Milk 0,
- Low-Fat Milk 0,
- Milk 0,
- Vegetable 0,
- Very Lean Meat 0,
- Lean Meat 0,
- Medium-Fat Meat 0,
- High-Fat Meat 0,
- Fat 1,
- Fruits 0c,
- Vegetables 0c,
- Grains 0oz-eq,
- Meat & Beans 0oz-eq,
- Dairy 0c,
- Fats & Oils 0tsp
Carbohydrate Choice
- Carbohydrate Choice1&½
