Description
A cozy, old-fashioned treat that fills the kitchen with warm, buttery caramel aroma and makes popcorn sparkle with a sweet, crackly glaze. Perfect for movie nights and holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup popcorn kernels
- 1 cup butter
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn kernels according to package instructions and place in a very large bowl. Remove any unpopped kernels. Preheat a sheet of parchment or a large baking sheet.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt until smooth. Stir constantly to dissolve before boiling.
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring constantly for 4–5 minutes until thick and glossy. Remove from heat and quickly stir in the baking soda and vanilla extract. Pour the hot caramel over the popped corn and stir gently to coat.
- Spread the coated corn onto the parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer and let cool for 30–60 minutes until the caramel hardens. Once set, break into pieces and serve.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months. Avoid humid places to keep the caramel crunchy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 50g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg