Sweet Caramel Popcorn
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate homemade snack with this Sweet Caramel Popcorn recipe! Perfectly popped kernels are coated in a rich, buttery caramel made from brown sugar, corn syrup, and a touch of vanilla for an irresistible balance of sweet and salty. Baked to golden perfection, this crunchy treat offers a flawlessly even caramel coating thanks to a clever baking technique that involves stirring every 15 minutes. Ideal for movie nights, parties, or holiday gifting, this gourmet popcorn is easy to make and hard to stop eating. With just 15 minutes of prep time and pantry staples, you’ll have a decadent snack that’s sure to impress. This recipe’s melt-in-your-mouth texture and crowd-pleasing flavor make it a must-try for caramel lovers everywhere! Secrets to success include using baking soda for the ideal caramel consistency and allowing the popcorn to cool completely for that signature crunch.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unpopped popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
In a large pot with a lid, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the popcorn kernels, cover the pot, and shake occasionally until all the kernels have popped. Remove from heat.
Step 2
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 3
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly.
Step 4
Allow the mixture to boil for 5 minutes without stirring. Then, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda until smooth.
Step 5
Immediately pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn. Use a large spoon or spatula to evenly coat the popcorn with the caramel.
Step 6
Spread the coated popcorn over the prepared baking sheet.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coating and baking.
Step 8
Remove from oven and let the popcorn cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, break apart any large clumps and serve.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1002.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3959.6 |
| Total Fat 133.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 61.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g | |
| Cholesterol 248mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3302.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 708.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 31.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 529.8g | |
| Protein 27.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 323.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1079.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories