How to Make Caramel Popcorn - A Step-by-Step Guide

Caramel popcorn is a classic treat loved by people of all ages. Its irresistible combination of sweet, crunchy, and buttery flavors makes it the perfect snack for movie nights, parties, and special occasions. Whether you're a fan of traditional caramel popcorn or looking to add a fun twist to the recipe, making this delicious treat at home is a simple and rewarding experience.

With just a few ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can whip up a batch of homemade caramel popcorn tha...

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Ingredients

  • 5 quarts popped popcorn
  • 1 cup butter
  • 2 cups brown sugar
  • ½ cup corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 5 quarts

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Place popcorn in a very large bowl.
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil without stirring 4 minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat and stir in vanilla and baking soda. Pour caramel in a thin stream over popcorn while stirring. Stir until evenly coated.
  • Divide popcorn between two large shallow baking dishes. Bake in the preheated oven, stirring every 15 minutes, for 1 hour.
  • Remove from oven and let cool completely before breaking into pieces.
  • Nutrition

    253 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 24mg
    • Sodium: 340mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 24g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 23mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 52mg