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Caramel Popcorn topped with candy and sprinkles.
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Crunchy Caramel Popcorn Recipe

Crunchy, sweet and delicious if you have a sweet tooth, and you're a fan of caramel corn, this treat is for YOU!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 301kcal
Author Deb Clark

Equipment

  • sheet pan
  • Stock Pot

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons corn oil or other high heat, non-flavored oil
  • ¼ cup pop corn 8-10 cups popped
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Prepare a large baking sheet by lining with aluminum foil or silpat. Set aside.
  • Over high heat add the oil to a pan with a lid. Add the popcorn and pop. When it's done popping, remove and pour in a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Add the butter and brown sugar in a nonstick. When it comes to a boil stop stirring and let if boil for 5 minutes.
  • When 5 minutes is up, remove from heat and add the vanilla, salt and baking soda. It will hiss and spit! No worries, just continue to stir, it will become light and fuzzy.
  • Immediately pour half over the popped popcorn. Mix to combine. Add the remaining and mix again.
  • Pour onto a baking sheet lined with foil or a silpat. Spread into one flat layer. Bake for about 30 minutes until the popcorn is crispy.

Notes

  • Be sure and line the sheet pan with foil or a silpat baking sheet for easy cleanup and to avoid a sticky mess!
  • To make great popcorn at home, use a heavy bottom pot and high heat. Add just enough oil to lightly cover the bottom of the pan. Add an even layer of kernels.
  • When the "popping" slows to a pop ever couple of seconds, remove from heat so it doesn't scorch.

Nutrition

Calories: 301kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 340mg | Potassium: 46mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 567IU | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg