Caramel Popcorn
Posted by Beau S
Baking Soda, Popcorn Kernels, Salt, Unsalted Butter, Brown Sugar, Corn Syrup
Make up to 18 Cups of Popcorn in Less Than 3 Minutes
Caramel Popcorn Recipe
This decadent caramel popcorn recipe is ideal for a movie night or a sweet snack. The crunchy and sweet caramel coating makes this a great alternative to traditional buttered popcorn.
Ingredients
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
Time Needed
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250°F.
- Pop the popcorn kernels according to package directions in an air popper or on the stove.
- Over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, and salt in a medium saucepan.
- Cook, constantly stirring, until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the pan from the heat and add the baking soda.
- The solution will foam up.
- Pour the caramel sauce over the popcorn and stir to coat evenly.
- Bake the popcorn for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Before serving, remove the popcorn from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
Popcorn Accessories
Hamilton Beach Electric Hot Air Popcorn Popper
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