Homemade Caramel Corn Recipe ๐ฟ
Overview:
Looking to elevate your movie night experience? This Homemade Caramel Corn recipe is just what you need! It’s a delightful twist on traditional popcorn that will have your taste buds singing with joy.
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 24 cups
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 1/2 cup Karo light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 24 cups popped popcorn
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat your oven to 250ยฐF (120ยฐC). Prepare two large baking pans by greasing them lightly or lining them with parchment paper. |
| 2 | Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Stir until the mixture is well combined. |
| 3 | Cook the mixture for about 5 minutes, without stirring. This allows the sugars to caramelize and develop that rich flavor. |
| 4 | Remove the saucepan from the heat. Quickly stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. Be prepared, as the mixture will foam upโthis is normal! |
| 5 | Immediately pour the caramel sauce over the popped popcorn in a large mixing bowl. Stir well to coat all the popcorn evenly with the caramel goodness. |
| 6 | Divide the caramel-coated popcorn between the prepared baking pans. Spread it out into an even layer in each pan. |
| 7 | Bake the caramel corn in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. This helps to ensure that every kernel gets coated in caramel and bakes to perfection. |
| 8 | Once baked, remove the pans from the oven and allow the caramel corn to cool completely. It will continue to crisp up as it cools. |
| 9 | Serve your Homemade Caramel Corn in bowls or large containers and enjoy it during your next movie night or any special occasion! |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 189.1
- Fat: 8.1g
- Saturated Fat: 4.9g
- Cholesterol: 20.3mg
- Sodium: 200.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 29.7g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugar: 19.8g
- Protein: 1.1g
Tips:
- For extra flavor, consider adding nuts like peanuts or almonds to the caramel corn before baking.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness. It can last for several days, but it’s so delicious it might not last that long!
- Experiment with different flavor variations by adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to the caramel sauce.
This Homemade Caramel Corn recipe is sure to become a family favorite, perfect for cozy nights in or special celebrations. Enjoy the irresistible combination of crunchy popcorn and sweet caramelโit’s a match made in snack heaven!
