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Caramel Corn

Buttery, crispy popcorn coated in homemade caramel sauce and baked until golden. A sweet, addictive snack ready in under 30 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
185
Protein
2g
Caramel Corn
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 300°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Step 2

    Pour popped popcorn into a large bowl. Set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Combine butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup in a small saucepan over medium heat.

  4. Step 4

    Stir constantly until sugar dissolves and mixture comes to a boil, about 3 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and salt until smooth.

  6. Step 6

    Drizzle caramel over popcorn in three batches, tossing gently between additions.

  7. Step 7

    Spread coated popcorn evenly on baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, stirring halfway.

  8. Step 8

    Spread on fresh parchment to cool completely, about 5 minutes. Serve.

Tools you’ll need

  • large bowl
  • small saucepan
  • wooden spoon
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

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