Easy Chocolate Caramel Popcorn

Indulge in the ultimate sweet and salty snack with this Easy Chocolate Caramel Popcorn recipe, a perfect treat for movie nights, holiday gifting, or satisfying your snack cravings. This irresistible creation features freshly popped popcorn coated in a rich, buttery caramel sauce and baked to crispy perfection. To elevate the flavor, it's drizzled generously with smooth, melted semi-sweet chocolate and sprinkled with a hint of sea salt for a gourmet touch. Ready in just an hour with easy-to-follow steps, this crowd-pleaser combines textures and flavors that will captivate every bite. Ideal for parties or cozy nights in, this homemade chocolate caramel popcorn is proof that simple ingredients can create magic.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 cups Popped popcorn
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Light corn syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

Place the popped popcorn in a large mixing bowl, ensuring you remove any unpopped kernels.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, light corn syrup, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.

Step 4

Allow the caramel mixture to boil gently for 4-5 minutes without stirring. Remove from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will bubble up slightly.

Step 5

Immediately pour the caramel sauce over the popcorn. Use a spatula to gently toss the popcorn until it is evenly coated.

Step 6

Spread the caramel-coated popcorn into an even layer across the prepared baking sheets.

Step 7

Bake the popcorn for 30-45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coating and crispiness.

Step 8

Once baked, remove from the oven and let the popcorn cool completely on the sheets.

Step 9

Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-30 second intervals, stirring between heating, until smooth and fully melted.

Step 10

Drizzle the melted chocolate over the caramel popcorn using a spoon or a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off.

Step 11

If desired, sprinkle a small pinch of sea salt over the chocolate drizzle for an added layer of flavor.

Step 12

Allow the chocolate to set completely before breaking the popcorn into clusters or pieces.

Step 13

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(529.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2553.0

Total Fat 177.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 248mg	0%
Sodium 896.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 280.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29g	0%
Total Sugars 180.9g
Protein 28.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 28.0mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 286.9mg	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: 56.5%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 39.6%