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

Looking for a sweet and satisfying snack that's completely plant-based? This Vegan Caramel Popcorn recipe is just what you need! With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of patience, you can create a delicious and guilt-free treat that's perfect for movie nights, parties, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth.

Making caramel popcorn without any animal products might seem daunting, but fear not! This recipe is easy to follow and yields a crunchy, sweet, and perfectly caramel...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or more to taste
  • 1 ¼ cups popcorn kernels
  • 2 cups brown sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • ½ cup coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (11.25 ounce) can sweetened condensed coconut milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 mins
  • Total Time: 41 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 servings

  • Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a very large pot over medium-high heat. Put 4 popcorn kernels into the oil and cover until popped; add remaining kernels to the saucepan in an even layer. Cover and remove from heat, about 30 seconds. Return to heat and gently shake pan back and forth over the burner until popping slows to several seconds between pops, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Divide popcorn among large bowls and set aside.
  • Combine brown sugar, corn syrup, coconut oil, and salt in a sturdy pot over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reads 270 degrees F (132 degrees C) on a candy thermometer. Add condensed milk, mix well, and heat back up to 270 degrees F (132 degrees C). Remove from heat and let cool for 1 minute. Mix in vanilla extract.
  • Pour hot caramel over popcorn. Mix well until coated.
  • Nutrition

    335 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Sodium: 179mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 58g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 23g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 71mg