Best 3 Chewy Irresistible Caramel Popcorn Recipes
Welcome to the realm of irresistible caramel popcorn, where chewy morsels of sugary bliss dance upon your palate, creating an unforgettable symphony of flavor. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will transform your snacking experience. With a few simple ingredients and a touch of patience, you'll unveil the secret to crafting caramel popcorn that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and salty, leaving you craving for more. This delightful treat is not just a movie night companion; it's a testament to the magic that unfolds when sugar, butter, and corn kernels unite. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's dive into the art of crafting chewy, irresistible caramel popcorn that will leave you spellbound.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
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
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.
LOVELY LISA'S SWEET AND SALTY CARAMEL POPCORN
Anyone that has been to the movie theatre with me has tasted popcorn and red licorice together and has appreciated the flavours as much as I have! I am definitely a candy novice, but this recipe is so easy and the results are fantastic! My guy and I have worked together to perfect this recipe and have given it for gifts to all our friends and family this year! Enjoy!
Provided by Lisa Marie
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Popcorn Candy Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper. Measure baking soda and vanilla extract into separate small bowls; set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan; add popcorn, cover, and cook, shaking often, until fully popped, about 5 minutes. Transfer popcorn to a large roasting pan using a strainer or your hands, leaving unpopped kernels in the saucepan. Distribute chopped licorice and broken pretzels evenly over popcorn.
- Bring the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, and cream of tartar to a boil in a heavy pot, stirring constantly. Place a candy thermometer into the caramel mixture, and continue boiling, stirring constantly, until mixture reaches 265 degrees F (129 degrees C), about 10 minutes.
- Remove caramel from heat. Stir vanilla and baking soda into the caramel; it will foam and rise slightly. Pour hot caramel over popcorn mixture, stirring gently to coat evenly. Spread the popcorn mixture loosely onto the prepared baking sheets. Season to taste with sea salt; set aside to cool, about 20 minutes.
- Break popcorn mixture into chunks. Store in airtight bags or containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.8 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 249.2 mg, Sugar 22 g
Tips:
- Use fresh popcorn kernels. Older kernels are more likely to be chewy and less flavorful.
- Don't overcrowd the popcorn kernels in the pot. This will prevent them from popping evenly.
- Shake the pot constantly while the popcorn is popping. This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the popcorn from burning.
- Remove the popcorn from the heat as soon as it starts to burn. Don't wait until all of the kernels have popped.
- Add the caramel mixture to the popcorn while it is still hot. This will help the caramel to adhere to the popcorn.
- Spread the caramel corn out on a baking sheet to cool. This will help to prevent it from clumping together.
- Store the caramel corn in an airtight container at room temperature. It will keep for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Caramel popcorn is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of caramel corn that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a sweet and salty snack, give caramel popcorn a try. You won't be disappointed!
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