Best 6 Puffed Caramel Corn Recipes
Craving a sweet, crunchy treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than puffed caramel corn. This delightful snack combines the flavors of buttery caramel and light, airy popcorn, resulting in an irresistible confection. It is a beloved treat at carnivals and fairs, but you can easily make it at home with just a few simple ingredients. In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating perfectly puffed caramel corn, ensuring that each bite is a crunchy, caramelized delight. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you and your loved ones craving more.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CARAMEL PUFF CORN
Puff Corn can be found in the potato chip aisle of your grocery store. (The brand we have is Old Dutch, but I'm sure there are others.) Making caramel corn this way gives you great big "kernels" with no hulls or old maids. Quite addictive. Great at a party. Makes nice gifts too.
Provided by Linorama
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 50m
Yield 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place puff corn in a large roaster pan.
- In 2 quart sauce pan bring the butter, sugar & corn syrup to bring to boil, then cook for 2 minutes.
- Add the baking soda- this will cause the caramel mixture to foam up.
- Stir well and remove from heat.
- Pour over puff corn in roaster and bake in 250* oven for 45 minutes, stirring every 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from oven, spread out onto wax paper to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.9, Fat 12.5, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 32.5, Sodium 203.3, Carbohydrate 26.3, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 18, Protein 0.7
PUFFED CARAMEL CORN
Puffed corn can be found in the potato chip aisle of your grocery store. This is a great caramel corn without hulls or unpopped kernels. Warning: you need to make a double batch of this because it doesn't last long, at least not in my house. Very addicting. Love it!
Provided by rookie
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Popcorn Candy Recipes
Time 1h7m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
- Combine corn puffs and peanuts in a large roasting pan.
- Bring butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup to a boil in a heavy 2-quart saucepan. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in baking soda until mixture foams up. Pour over corn-peanut mixture and toss well using rubber spatulas.
- Bake in the preheated oven, stirring every 10 to 15 minutes, until a cooled piece of corn is crunchy, about 45 minutes.
- Spread on waxed paper to cool. Break apart and transfer to an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 631.3 calories, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 62.1 mg, Fat 42.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 787.5 mg, Sugar 33.7 g
CLASSIC CARAMEL CORN
Sweet and crunchy, this caramel corn is easy to make and tastes better than the county fair's.
Provided by Karo Corn Syrup
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips ARGO®, KARO®, FLEISCHMANN'S®
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spray large shallow roasting pan with cooking spray. Add popcorn and place in preheated 250 degrees F oven while preparing caramel.
- Mix brown sugar, corn syrup, butter and salt in a heavy 2-quart saucepan. Stirring constantly, bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Boil 5 minutes without stirring. Remove from heat. Stir in baking soda and vanilla; mix well.
- Pour syrup over warm popcorn, stirring to coat evenly.
- Bake for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from oven and spread on foil that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
- Cool; break apart. Store in tightly covered container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Carbohydrate 52.4 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 567.3 mg, Sugar 32.3 g
CORN PUFF CARAMEL CORN
Because you don't need to pop the corn or use a candy thermometer, this is faster and easier than more traditional caramel corn recipes. To avoid messy cleanup, consider using a disposable aluminum roasting pan. -Caroline Monroe, Clinton, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 55m
Yield 5 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place Puffcorn curls and peanuts in a large roasting pan; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, bring the butter, brown sugar and corn syrup to a boil, stirring occasionally; cook for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and add baking soda; stir well (mixture will foam up). Pour over corn curl mixture and toss well to coat., Bake at 250° for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread on waxed paper to cool. Break apart and store in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 303mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CARAMEL CORN PUFFS
Dawn Fagerstrom of Warren, Minnesota says kids and adults find these sweet and crunchy puffs habit-forming. "They make a perfect late-night snack and travel well when you're on the run."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 1h10m
Yield about 4-1/2 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place popcorn in a large bowl and set aside. In a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and corn syrup; bring to boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. , Boil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat. Stir in vanilla and baking soda; mix well. Pour over popcorn and mix until well coated. Pour into two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. , Bake, uncovered, at 250° for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely. Store in airtight container or plastic bag.
Nutrition Facts :
CARAMEL CORN "PUFFS"
Make and share this Caramel Corn "Puffs" recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Miss Erin C.
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 55m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring the brown sugar, corn syrup and butter to a boil.
- Add the baking soda and stir.
- Pour the corn puffs into a cake pan and pour the caramel over, stir to coat
- Bake at 250F, stirring every 10 minutes for 45 minutes.
Tips:
- Use fresh popcorn: Stale popcorn will not puff up as well and will be more likely to burn.
- Make sure your caramel is cooked to the right temperature: If the caramel is not cooked to the right temperature, it will not harden properly and the popcorn will be sticky.
- Be careful not to overcrowd the pan: If you overcrowd the pan, the popcorn will not cook evenly and will be more likely to burn.
- Stir the popcorn constantly: This will help to ensure that the caramel is evenly distributed and that the popcorn does not burn.
- Let the popcorn cool completely before storing it: This will help to prevent the popcorn from becoming sticky.
Conclusion:
Puffed caramel corn is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for parties, picnics, or just a sweet treat. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make this classic treat at home. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give puffed caramel corn a try.
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