Craving a sweet and crunchy treat? Look no further than caramel candy popcorn, the perfect combination of buttery caramel and airy popcorn. With its delightful flavor and irresistible texture, this snack is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and make your taste buds dance. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy snack, a fun project to do with kids, or a sweet treat to share with friends, caramel candy popcorn is the perfect choice. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and addictive snack that will be the hit of any party or gathering.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
CARAMEL CANDY POPCORN
The sweetness of caramel and the butter flavour from the popcorn. Who knew they would make such a wonderful flavour combo!? Perfect for a party or just a snack. It will leave you wanting more!
Provided by Little Bonsai
Categories Candy
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine brown sugar (or white), light corn syrup, butter or margarine and salt in a mixing bowl.
- When it's all mixed together put into a pot or saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Stop stirring and let it bubble for 5-8 minutes.
- While it's boiling pop the popcorn.
- Pour popcorn into a large bowl* (Remove kernels)*.
- Pour the mixture over the popcorn and mix it around until all the popcorn is coated with the caramel sauce.
- Take the coated popcorn and put on an ungreased baking sheet.
- I suggest to put tinfoil down to make clean up easier!
- Put on middle rack in the oven and cook at 250°F for 45 minutes.
- Let cool and put in a bowl and enjoy!
- *For more of a buttery taste use white sugar*.
CARAMEL CANDY POPCORN RECIPE - (4.6/5)
Provided by ladygourmet
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. In a bowl, toss together peanuts, craisins, pretzels and M&Ms. Divide the mixture between the two baking sheets. Set aside. In a large cast iron pot, heat cooking oil over high heat with one kernel inside. Once the kernel pops, add about ¾ cup popcorn kernels. Once the popping reduces, lower the heat to medium-low. When all the kernels have popped, remove the pot from stove and let it rest with the lid on. In the meantime, prepare your caramel sauce. Add the sugar to a medium size saucepan over high heat. Stir continuously until the sugar melts and begins to boil, add butter and whisk. When the butter has melted and the mixture is now thick, slowly add the whipping cream. Be sure to add the cream slowly as it will boil and may splatter. Whisk until a thick caramel sauce forms. Remove from heat. Transfer the popcorn to a large bowl. Sprinkle with pumpkin pie spice, then pour the caramel over the popcorn and toss until the popcorn is completely coated with caramel. Divide the popcorn between the prepared baking sheets with the peanuts, craisins, pretzels and M&Ms. Bake for about 20-25 minutes. Just until the caramel has set and all the ingredients have warmed. Be sure not to burn the popcorn. Transfer to a serving bowl sprinkle with salt if desired, and enjoy!
CARAMEL CANDY POPCORN
This recipe is fun to prepare and even more so to munch on! I hope you enjoy and have a safe and wonderful Halloween! It is perfect for any ghoulish party - or cozy night in scaring yourself silly with horror flicks ;)
Provided by Catherine Cappiello Pappas
Categories Other Appetizers
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. In a bowl, toss together peanuts, craisins, pretzels and m&ms. Divide the mixture between the two baking sheets. Set aside. In a large cast iron pot, heat cooking oil over high heat with one kernel inside. Once the kernel pops, add about ¾ cup popcorn kernels. Once the popping reduces, lower the heat to medium-low. When all the kernels have popped, remove the pot from stove and let it rest with the lid on. In the meantime, prepare your caramel sauce. Boil down sugar. Once the sugar begins to boil, add butter and whisk. When the butter has melted and the mixture is now thick, slowly add the whipping cream. Be sure to add the cream slowly as it will boil and may splatter. Whisk until a thick caramel sauce forms. Remove from heat. Transfer the popcorn to a large bowl. Sprinkle with pumpkin pie spice, then pour the caramel over the popcorn and toss until the popcorn is completely coated with caramel. Divide the popcorn between the prepared baking sheets. Bake for about 20-25 minutes. Just until the caramel has set and all the ingredients have warmed. Be sure not to burn the popcorn. Transfer to a serving bowl sprinkle with salt if desired, and enjoy!
Tips:
- Use a large pot or Dutch oven to make the popcorn. This will give the kernels plenty of room to pop.
- Use a candy thermometer to measure the temperature of the caramel. This will help you avoid overcooking or undercooking the caramel.
- Be careful when stirring the caramel. The hot sugar can easily burn you.
- Pour the caramel over the popcorn in a thin stream. This will help to evenly coat the popcorn.
- Spread the caramel-coated popcorn out on a baking sheet to cool. This will help to prevent the popcorn from sticking together.
- Store the caramel popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature. It will keep for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Caramel candy popcorn is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for parties, movie nights, or just a sweet treat. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make this classic candy popcorn recipe at home. So next time you're craving something sweet and crunchy, give this recipe a try!
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