Best 3 Amish Caramel Corn Recipes

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Amish caramel corn is a classic treat that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. With its crunchy texture, buttery flavor, and sweet caramel coating, Amish caramel corn is a perfect snack or dessert. If you're looking to make your own Amish caramel corn, there are many recipes available online and in cookbooks. In this article, we'll take you through the steps of making Amish caramel corn from scratch, so you can enjoy this delicious treat in the comfort of your own home.

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MY AMISH FRIEND'S CARAMEL CORN



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This recipe comes from an Amish family who package this treat for gifts to friends and neighbors every Christmas. It is truly the tastiest, easiest, and most foolproof caramel corn recipe you'll ever find!

Provided by ANITALOUISE

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Popcorn Candy Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 28

Number Of Ingredients 8

7 quarts plain popped popcorn
2 cups dry roasted peanuts
2 cups brown sugar
½ cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup margarine
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place the popped popcorn into two shallow greased baking pans. You may use roasting pans, jelly roll pans, or disposable roasting pans. Add the peanuts to the popped corn if using. Set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, margarine and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring enough to blend. Once the mixture begins to boil, boil for 5 minutes while stirring constantly.
  • Remove from the heat, and stir in the baking soda and vanilla. The mixture will be light and foamy. Immediately pour over the popcorn in the pans, and stir to coat. Don't worry too much at this point about getting all of the corn coated.
  • Bake for 1 hour, removing the pans, and giving them each a good stir every 15 minutes. Line the counter top with waxed paper. Dump the corn out onto the waxed paper and separate the pieces. Allow to cool completely, then store in airtight containers or resealable bags.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 387.6 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

MY AMISH FRIEND'S CARAMEL CORN



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Categories     Corn     Nut

Number Of Ingredients 8

7 quarts plain popped popcorn
2 cups (optional) dry roasted peanuts
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup margarine
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place the popped popcorn into two shallow greased baking pans. You may use roasting pans, jelly roll pans, or disposable roasting pans. Add the peanuts to the popped corn if using. Set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, margarine and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring enough to blend. Once the mixture begins to boil, boil for 5 minutes while stirring constantly.
  • Remove from the heat, and stir in the baking soda and vanilla. The mixture will be light and foamy. Immediately pour over the popcorn in the pans, and stir to coat. Don't worry too much at this point about getting all of the corn coated.
  • Bake for 1 hour, removing the pans, and giving them each a good stir every 15 minutes. Line the counter top with waxed paper. Dump the corn out onto the waxed paper and separate the pieces.
  • Allow to cool completely, then store in airtight containers or resealable bags.

AMISH CARAMEL CORN



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Not sure where I found this recipe but it is very good. Great to give as a gift, if you can keep yourself from eating it all.

Provided by Amy Borne

Categories     Popcorn

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

14 c plain popped popcorn
1 c brown sugar
1/4 c light corn syrup or honey
1/2 c butter
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp vanilla

Steps:

  • 1. Place the popped popcorn into two shallow greased baking pans. Set aside.
  • 2. Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Combine the brown sugar, syrup or honey,butter in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes while stirring constantly.
  • 3. Remove from the heat, and stir in the baking soda and vanilla. The mixture will be light and foamy. Immediately pour over the popcorn in the pans, and stir to coat. Don't worry too much at the point about getting all of the corn coated.
  • 4. Bake for 1 hour, removing the pans and giving them each a good stir every 15 minutes. Line the counter top with waxed paper. Dump the corn out onto the waxed paper and separate the pieces. Allow to cool completely, Then store in airtight containers or resealable bags.

Tips:

  • Use fresh popping corn for the best results.
  • Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the popcorn kernels. If the oil is not hot enough, the kernels will not pop properly.
  • Do not overcrowd the pot with popcorn kernels. If you add too many kernels, they will not have enough room to pop properly and you will end up with unpopped kernels.
  • Keep the pot covered while the popcorn is popping. This will help to trap the heat and ensure that all of the kernels pop.
  • Once the popcorn has finished popping, remove it from the heat and transfer it to a large bowl. Do not leave the popcorn in the hot pot, as it will continue to cook and become overcooked.
  • Add the melted butter, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract to the popcorn and stir until evenly coated. Be careful not to overmix the popcorn, as this will cause it to become tough.
  • Spread the popcorn out on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. This will help to caramelize the popcorn and give it a delicious, crunchy texture.
  • Once the popcorn is finished baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely. Break the popcorn into pieces and store it in an airtight container at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Amish caramel corn is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a sweet and crunchy treat that the whole family will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy snack, give Amish caramel corn a try. You won't be disappointed!

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