Dark Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies by:

Sachi and Pepa

Featuring: LesserEvil Chocolate Candy Cane Popcorn

Ingredients:

  • 1⁄2 cup vegan butter
  • 1⁄2 cup sugar
  • 1⁄2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1⁄4 cup almond milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 tsp peppermint extract
  • 1 1⁄4 cups gluten free flour
  • 1⁄2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1⁄2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup vegan white chocolate chips

For chocolate dip:

  • 6 oz dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp coconut oil
  • 1 cup finely chopped LesserEvil Candy Cane Popcorn

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350. In a deep bowl, combine the butter and sugars. Beat until smooth, then add in the almond milk, vanilla and peppermint. Mix again until all is incorporated.

  2. Add the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt, folding until a thick dough forms. Gently fold in the white chocolate chips.

  3. Scoop the dough onto a lined cookie sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, letting the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet.

  4. Meanwhile, melt the chocolate mixed with coconut oil. Dip each cookie halfway into the chocolate, then sprinkle with popcorn to finish. Serve once the chocolate has set.

Matcha Tiramisu (For Two) by:

Sachi and Pepa

Featuring: LesserEvil White Chocolate Matcha Popcorn

Ingredients:

  • 1 tsp ceremonial matcha + 1 cup hot water, whisked
  • Honey to taste
  • 1 cup mascarpone
  • 1/4 cup fine sugar
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1⁄4 tsp salt
  • 4-6 ladyfinger cookies
  • 1 cup LesserEvil White Chocolate Matcha Popcorn, divided
  • 2 tsp matcha powder + 1 tbsp powdered sugar, for dusting

Directions:

  1. Make the matcha by combining 1 tsp matcha powder with 1 cup hot water and honey to taste in a large bowl. Set aside.

  2. In a separate bowl, whip together the mascarpone, sugar, egg, cream and salt with a hand mixer until light and smooth, about 3-4 minutes.

  3. Using two large cups as vessels, spoon a little of the filling on the bottom, then dip the ladyfingers in matcha, place on top, add popcorn, and repeat until you reach the top.

  4. Dust more matcha and sugar over the final layer, and top with more popcorn.

Peppermint Bark Brownies by:

Sachi and Pepa

Featuring: LesserEvil Chocolate Candy Cane Popcorn

Ingredients:

For the brownie layer:

  • 1⁄2 cup vegan butter
  • 1⁄4 cup coconut oil
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs, flax or chia “eggs” work as well
  • 2 tsp peppermint extract
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3⁄4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1⁄2 cup gluten free flour

Peppermint frosting:

  • 1⁄2 cup vegan butter, room temp
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1⁄2 tsp peppermint extract
  • 2 tbsp almond milk

For the bark:

  • 4oz dark chocolate melted
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • Chopped peppermint candies, to decorate
  • 1 cup finely chopped LesserEvil Chocolate Candy Cane Popcorn

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350. In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients for the brownie layer and whisk until smooth. Pour into an 8×8 dish and bake for 20-25 minutes. Let cool.

  2. While it bakes, prepare the peppermint frosting. Combine the vegan butter, powdered sugar, peppermint and almond milk in a large bowl and beat with a hand mixer until smooth. Set aside.

  3. When the brownies have baked and cooled, pipe the peppermint frosting on top and smooth in one even layer. Chill in the freezer for 10 minutes.

  4. Melt the chocolate, whisk in the coconut oil, and get your topping ready. Pull the brownies from the freezer and pour over the melted chocolate, then garnish with peppermint candies and popcorn. Slice into 9 large brownies to serve.

Matcha Bundt Cakes with White Chocolate Glaze by:

Sachi and Pepa

Featuring: LesserEvil White Chocolate Matcha Popcorn

Ingredients:

  • 8 tbsp vegan butter
  • 3 large eggs, flax or chia “eggs” work as well
  • 1 tbsp vanilla
  • 1⁄2 cup vegan sour cream
  • 1.5 cups gluten free flour
  • 1⁄4 tsp salt
  • 1⁄8 tsp baking soda
  • 1 heaping tbsp culinary grade matcha powder

For the topping:

  • 4 oz white chocolate
  • 1 tsp coconut oil
  • 1⁄2 cup finely ground LesserEvil White Chocolate Matcha Popcorn

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350. In a large bowl, combine the butter, eggs, vanilla, and sour cream, whisking until smooth.

  2. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, salt, baking soda, and matcha powder. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until no lumps remain.

  3. Pipe into miniature bundt molds. Cupcake molds work as a substitute. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges of the cakes are slightly golden.

  4. Let cool completely on baking racks and prepare the topping. Melt the white chocolate with the coconut oil and whisk until smooth.

  5. Glaze the cakes with the white chocolate mixture, then top with popcorn to serve. Dust with more matcha if desired.

Spotlight: Clean Label Project

 

In a world where snackers are increasingly conscious of the foods they eat, knowing exactly what’s in them is more important than ever. Here at LesserEvil, we take pride in our commitment to transparency and quality. That’s why we’re excited to announce that our products are a part of the Clean Label Project, and we’d love to share why it’s so important to us!

The Clean Label Project: What Is It?
The Clean Label Project is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting transparency in the food and consumer product industries. Their mission revolves around providing consumers with information about product safety, ingredient quality, and overall product integrity. The organization conducts rigorous, independent testing on various consumer products, including food items, supplements, and more.

What Does it Mean for Our Snacks?
Being a part of the Clean Label Project means that our snacks have undergone thorough scrutiny and testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and purity. The Clean Label Project assesses products for contaminants, toxins, and potentially harmful substances. Our commitment to transparency means that we’re willing to go the extra mile to guarantee the integrity of our product.

Why Is This Important?
Consumer Trust: When you see the Clean Label Project certification on our packaging, you can trust that we’ve taken every measure to ensure it’s a safe and high-quality product. This trust is vital in a world where food safety is paramount.

Health and Wellness: We care about your health, and we know you do too. Clean Label Project testing helps ensure that our snacks don’t contain harmful additives, contaminants, or allergens, promoting a healthier option for you and your family.

Transparency: We believe in transparency throughout our production process. By participating in the Clean Label Project, we’re not only saying we care about the quality of our product, but we’re also showing it through rigorous third-party testing.

Sustainability: The Clean Label Project’s focus on ingredient quality and purity aligns with our commitment to sustainable sourcing and ethical practices in the food industry. We’re not just about great-tasting popcorn; we’re about responsible snack choices.

Choice and Information: In an era of diverse dietary preferences and restrictions, you deserve to know what’s in the food you consume. Being part of the Clean Label Project helps you make informed choices that align with your values and dietary needs.

Our Promise to You
At LesserEvil, our snacks are more than just a healthy alternative; we have a commitment to your well-being and the well-being of our planet. By being a part of the Clean Label Project, we’re not only meeting industry standards; we’re setting a higher bar for quality, transparency, and trust.

The next time you enjoy a bowl of our popcorn, remember that it’s not just a delicious treat – it’s a testament to our dedication to clean, safe, and transparent snacking. Thank you for choosing LesserEvil, where quality meets conscience.

Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we continue our journey towards better, cleaner snacks for you and your family. Together, we can snack smarter and make better choices for a healthier future.

DIY Twix Bar 

by: Sachi & Pepa

Featuring: LesserEvil Halloween Snack Pack Himalayan Pink Salt Popcorn

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup finely shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt, plus more for topping
  • 3/4 cup real maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup coconut cream
  • 2 tbsp almond butter
  • 1 snack pack bag LesserEvil Popcorn, roughly chopped 
  • 12 oz chopped dark chocolate + 2 tsp coconut oil, melted

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 while making the base layer. Combine the almond flour, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla and sea salt mix until loose dough forms.

  2. Press the mixture into a parchment lined 8×8 pan and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Let cool completely.

  3. Start to make the caramel layer by combining the 3⁄4 cup maple syrup and coconut cream in a small pot on the stove on medium high heat. Bring to a low boil for 13-15 minutes, or until thickened.

  4. Remove from the heat and stir in the almond butter. Pour the “caramel” over the cookie base layer, and let chill for 15 minutes in the
    freezer.

  5. Cover the caramel layer with the chopped popcorn pieces, then pour on the melted chocolate layer. Freeze until all layers are hard enough to slice, about 1 hour, then cut into 8 even pieces.

Pumpkin Spice Truffle “Candy” Bars by:

Kayla’s Kitch and Fix

Featuring: LesserEvil Pumpkin Spice Popcorn

Ingredients:

  • 1 10 oz package mini marshmallows (vegan, as needed)
  • 1/4 cup butter (vegan, as needed)
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 9 cups LesserEvil Pumpkin Spice Popcorn
  • 1/4-1/2 cup chocolate candies
  • 8 square sheets of parchment paper

Directions:

  1. Prep the parchment paper “husks” by folding each piece equally into 8 pieces, accordion style.

  2. Next, cut out a thin, pointy triangle from one of the ends, then set the parchment paper pieces aside.

  3. In a skillet on the stove over medium heat, melt the butter.

  4. Then, add in marshmallows, mixing consistently until melted.

  5. Once melted, stir in the vanilla.

  6. Add popcorn to a large bowl, then pour in the marshmallow, gently mixing and evenly coating.

  7. Next, you can either mix in the candies which will create a darker color as the candy may melt some (which looks great for a fall treat!) or you can press candies into the completed “cobs” after step 9.

  8. Form the corn sob shapes with your hands.

  9. Wrap each cob in the parchment paper “husks,” twist the end of the paper at the bottom and pull down some of the points for a more natural look.

Pumpkin Spice Truffle “Candy” Bars by:

Sachi & Pepa

Featuring: LesserEvil Pumpkin Spice Popcorn

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2–2/3 cup water
  • 10-12 pitted medjool dates
  • 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1⁄8 tsp salt
  • 1⁄2 cup finely ground LesserEvil Pumpkin Spice Popcorn
  • 3/4 cup almond flour
  • 1 cup chocolate chips +1 tsp coconut oil, melted and stirred together

Directions:

  1. In a food processor or blender, mix the pumpkin, water, pumpkin pie spice, and dates until smooth.

  2. Fold in almond flour, then press into a parchment lined 8×8 pan. Top with popcorn and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight.

  3. Slice into 12 miniature bar shapes, then dip in melted chocolate and freeze for 1 hour before serving.

Baked Pumpkin Spice Mini Donuts

BY: Sachi & Pepa

Featuring: LesserEvil Pumpkin Spice Popcorn

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
  • 2 eggs, whisked
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla

For the donut coating:

  • 2 Tbsp coconut oil, melted and cooled
  • 1/3 cup organic cane sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1⁄2 cup finely ground LesserEvil Pumpkin Spice Popcorn

Directions:

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the almond flour, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, canned pumpkin, eggs, maple syrup and vanilla until a smooth dough forms.

  2. Place the dough in a piping bag or a ziploc bag with one of the corners cut off to easily pipe the mixture into a greased miniature donut pan.

  3. Bake at 350 for 6-7 minutes. Make the donut coating while the donuts bake. Combine the cinnamon, sugar and melted coconut oil and set aside.

  4. When the donuts are ready, dip them in the coconut oil sugar mixture, then sprinkle with popcorn to finish.

Frozen Yogurt Buster Balls

by: Sachi & Pepa

Featuring: LesserEvil Halloween Snack Pack Himalayan Pink Salt Popcorn

Ingredients:

  • 1⁄2 cup natural almond butter
  • 1 cup greek yogurt
  • 4 Popsicle sticks
  • 1 cup chopped dark chocolate + 2 tsp coconut oil, melted
  • 2 snack bags LesserEvil Popcorn

Directions:

  1. Mix together the almond butter and yogurt in a small bowl, set aside.

  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spoon the yogurt/almond mixture into four large circles on the parchment, then place a popsicle stick in the center of each.

  3. Freeze until hard, about 2-3 hours, then dip in melted chocolate. Top with a handful of popcorn and freeze for 1 hour or until ready to enjoy.