Best 6 Chewy Caramel Coated Popcorn Recipes
Are you craving a delightful snack that combines the irresistible flavors of chewy caramel and crunchy popcorn? Look no further! Indulge your taste buds with a recipe that will transform simple popcorn into a sweet and delectable treat. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will elevate your snacking experience to new heights. Discover the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of gooey caramel and crispy popcorn, resulting in a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that will satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHEWY CARAMEL-COATED POPCORN
When I was a kid, my mom made this recipe often. I've adapted it to make it more chewy and gooey than her crunchy, nut-loaded version. I get requests to make this for every event that I host, and have never had a single leftover! -Shannon Dobos, Calgary, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 25m
Yield about 6 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Line two 15x10x1-in. pans with parchment. In a large heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add brown sugar and syrup, stirring to dissolve brown sugar. Bring to a full rolling boil. Boil and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat and quickly stir in vanilla., Pour caramel mixture over popcorn; stir lightly to coat. Using a rubber spatula, press popcorn into prepared pans. Cool. Pull apart into pieces. Store in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 216mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CHEWY IRRESISTIBLE CARAMEL POPCORN
This popcorn is so good. We have it for football games, when people come over and any other time we feel like having it, and its very simple.
Provided by littlebaker
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 6-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pop the popcorn kernels and put into a greased large bowl.
- Melt butter on medium heat in a medium size saucepan.
- Turn heat down to low, and add brown sugar, stir until blended together well.
- Making sure that the sugar does not burn turn the heat back up to medium, and add corn syrup. All the while stirring and making sure there is no sticking.
- Add the salt and baking soda. This will make the sugar double in size be careful not to let it go over the sides of the pot.
- Immediately pour onto popcorn.
- Stir until the caramel has covered popcorn completely.
- Transfer onto a cookie sheet with wax paper, and let cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.8, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 20.4, Sodium 377.1, Carbohydrate 55.6, Sugar 42.4, Protein 0.1
CARAMEL POPCORN
Great caramel popcorn for any holiday or occasion. If you like chewy popcorn, bake less.
Provided by BS4U2C
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Popcorn Candy Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (95 degrees C). Place popcorn in a very large bowl.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil without stirring 4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in soda and vanilla. Pour in a thin stream over popcorn, stirring to coat.
- Place in two large shallow baking dishes and bake in preheated oven, stirring every 15 minutes, for 1 hour. Remove from oven and let cool completely before breaking into pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 24.4 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 23.6 g
NUTTY CARAMEL POPCORN
Folks who've tasted my snack are quick to remind me to make it again for them the following Christmas! The sugary combination of popcorn and crunchy nuts hits the spot. -Sharon Buchinski, Endeavour, Saskatchewan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 25m
Yield about 20 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place popcorn in a large greased bowl. Sprinkle pecans and almonds over top; set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, butter and corn syrup; cook and stir over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 300°-310° (hard-crack stage). , Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Immediately pour over popcorn mixture; toss gently. Spread on greased baking sheets. When cool, break into small pieces. Store in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 182mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
THE CLOCKMAKER'S CARAMEL COATED POPCORN (A HAUNTED RECIPE)
In 1921, a German born clockmaker quit his well respected job to open a popcorn stand in Chicago's Wicker Park District. The clockmaker's typical fare was freshly popped popcorn drizzled with warm butter and sprinkled with salt; but his favorite, and most beloved popcorn, was his caramel coated popcorn. The recipe he used to make it was given to him from his only true love, who tragically died four years earlier during World War I. The tattered and torn recipe, which was scribbled on the inside of an old playbill, was carefully framed and sealed in an exquisite frame. The clockmaker faithfully took the framed recipe with him everywhere he went. By the summer of 1924, the clockmaker's caramel coated popcorn had captivated the entire city's attention; everyone was frantically lining up at his busy stand to buy the sweet, sticky confection. A few months later, just as the clockmaker was preparing to close his stand for the day, a small fire ignited near the stove. The clockmaker instinctively ran out to call for help. When he returned, just seconds later, he remembered leaving the framed recipe hanging on the wall. The clockmaker quickly ran into the burning stand to retrieve the recipe, but he never made it out. When the fire inspectors went into the charred ruins to investigate the accident, they found the clockmaker's frame lying in a pile of smoking debris. The frame was in pristine condition; not a dent, nor a blemish, could be seen on it. However, the recipe was gone. The recipe for the clockmaker's caramel popcorn recently surfaced and is beginning to circulate around the globe. Unfortunately, many people think the recipe is haunted because it is believed that if your clock stops running after making the recipe it's because the clockmaker has paid you a visit in hopes of reclaiming his long, lost recipe. NOTE: This recipe, as written, results in a sticky, chewy caramel popcorn. If you prefer a crunchier caramel popcorn, bake it in the oven at 250 degrees for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
Provided by Southern Polar Bear
Categories Candy
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a LARGE pot, heat the margarine, brown sugar, Karo syrup, and salt together over medium heat.
- While stirring, bring mixture to a boil and allow to boil for five minutes.
- Remove from heat.
- Add baking soda and vanilla.
- Mix well.
- Pour over freshly popped popcorn.
- Stir until the popcorn is well coated.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 810.4, Fat 23.6, SaturatedFat 4.8, Sodium 1195.7, Carbohydrate 153.3, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 117.2, Protein 3
HOMEMADE CARAMEL POPCORN RECIPE
Sweet and gooey, this homemade caramel popcorn recipe is an old family favorite.
Provided by Momma Cyd
Categories Dessert
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Pop your popcorn in an air popper machine. My machine only allows 1/2 cup of kernels at a time so I had two separate batches that I had to pop.
- Cook the brown sugar, Karo syrup, and 1/2 cup of butter over the stove on medium high heat and bring to a boil.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk. Stir continually for about 3 to 4 minutes until it gets to the soft ball stage (it clings together when you drop some in cold water). It will burn if you cook it too long, so make sure you are stirring continuously and watch it closely.
- When it is finished cooking, take your pan off the stove and pour the caramel sauce over your air popped popcorn. Mix until all the popcorn is completely coated. You will need a very large bowl to mix it all together.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 kcal, Carbohydrate 70 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 40 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 59 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- Use fresh popcorn kernels for the best results. Avoid using old or stale kernels, as they will not pop as well and may result in a chewy texture.
- 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 and may result in a tough texture.
- Do not overcrowd the pot with popcorn kernels. If you add too many kernels, they will not have enough space to pop properly and may result in a chewy texture.
- Keep the pot covered while the popcorn is popping. This will help to trap the steam and ensure that the popcorn pops evenly.
- Once the popcorn has finished popping, remove it from the heat immediately and transfer it to a large bowl. This will help to prevent the popcorn from burning.
- Allow the popcorn to cool slightly before coating it with the caramel mixture. If the popcorn is too hot, the caramel will melt and run off the popcorn.
- Use a heatproof spatula to coat the popcorn with the caramel mixture. This will help to prevent the caramel from sticking to the spatula.
- Spread the coated popcorn out in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. This will help to prevent the popcorn from sticking together.
- Allow the caramel-coated popcorn to cool completely before serving. This will help to ensure that the caramel hardens and becomes chewy.
Conclusion:
Chewy caramel-coated popcorn is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion. By following the tips above, you can ensure that your caramel-coated popcorn turns out perfectly every time. So next time you are looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give this recipe a try! `
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