How to Make Classic Caramel Corn - A Step-by-Step Guide

Caramel corn is a classic treat that is loved by kids and adults alike. The perfect combination of sweet and salty, caramel corn is a popular snack to enjoy during movie nights, game days, or just for a fun and indulgent treat. This recipe for Classic Caramel Corn is easy to make at home and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

With just a few simple ingredients, you can recreate the nostalgic flavor of caramel corn that you may remember from fairs, carnivals, or your fav...

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Ingredients

  • Mazola Pure Cooking Spray
  • 4 quarts popped popcorn
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup Karo Light or Dark Corn Syrup
  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon Spice Islands Pure Vanilla Extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 4 quarts

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Spray a large shallow roasting pan with cooking spray, then fill with popcorn.
  • Place in the preheated oven while preparing caramel.
  • Mix brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, and salt together in a heavy 2-quart saucepan over medium heat; stir constantly until mixture comes to a boil.
  • Stop stirring, and boil mixture for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in baking soda and vanilla until well combined.
  • Pour syrup over warmed popcorn and stir until evenly coated.
  • Return to the oven and bake for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from the oven and spread onto a large foil sheet greased with cooking spray.
  • Cool, then break apart and store in a tightly covered container.
  • Nutrition

    395 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 567mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 32g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 27mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 80mg