Best 6 Slow Cooker Caramel Corn Recipes

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Indulge in the irresistible goodness of slow cooker caramel corn, a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of sweet caramel and crunchy popcorn. This delectable snack is not only easy to make but also a perfect companion for cozy movie nights, game days, or simply as a sweet treat to satisfy your cravings. With just a few simple ingredients and the magic of your slow cooker, you can create this irresistible caramel-coated popcorn that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. So, gather your ingredients, grab your slow cooker, and embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for slow cooker caramel corn.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CARAMEL CORN I



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This caramel corn is great for Monday night football. The assortment of nuts makes it deluxe caramel corn. It takes a bit of time, but is more than worth it.

Provided by Terri McCarrell

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Popcorn Candy Recipes

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 ½ cups unpopped popcorn
1 cup butter
2 cups packed brown sugar
½ cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup peanuts
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  • Add 1 tablespoon of the oil to a 4 quart saucepan, and heat over high heat. When oil is hot, add 1/2 cup of popping corn. Keep pan moving constantly. When corn stops popping, remove from heat. Place popped corn in oven to keep warm. Repeat until all corn has been popped. Set aside.
  • Melt margarine or butter in a medium saucepan, and then stir in brown sugar, syrup, and salt. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly; boil without stirring for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Stir baking soda, vanilla, peanuts, pecans, and almonds into brown sugar mixture. Quickly pour nut mixture over warm popcorn, and toss until well coated. Spread on greased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, stirring well every 15 minutes. Cool on aluminum foil, and store in an air-tight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40.1 g, Cholesterol 19.5 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 180.5 mg, Sugar 19.8 g

SLOW COOKER CREAMED CORN



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Good and easy!

Provided by DOTTE

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 4h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ¼ (16 ounce) packages frozen corn kernels
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
½ cup butter
½ cup milk
1 tablespoon white sugar
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, combine corn, cream cheese, butter, milk, and sugar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook on High for 2 to 4 hours, or on Low for 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 41.7 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 113.9 mg, Sugar 3 g

SLOW-COOKER CARAMEL CORN



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A big-batch classic snack made easy in the slow cooker!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 2h40m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, cut into tablespoons
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
12 cups plain popped popcorn
2 cups mini pretzel twists
1 cup mixed nuts

Steps:

  • Spray 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • In bottom of slow cooker, layer butter, brown sugar and corn syrup. Cover and cook on High heat setting 30 minutes. Carefully remove slow cooker's ceramic insert, leaving cover on, and rotate 180 degrees. Continue to cook on High heat setting another 30 minutes or until caramel mixture is bubbling vigorously around edges.
  • Remove cover; turn heat setting to Low. Stir in baking soda and vanilla until well blended; mixture will foam while being stirred. Add popcorn; stir well to coat popcorn, making sure to reach bottom and all around inside of slow cooker. Continue to cook, uncovered, on Low heat setting 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes, stirring every 15 to 20 minutes, until popcorn looks dry and caramel is cooked on.
  • Spread on waxed paper. Cool 15 minutes. Stir in pretzel twists and nuts. Store at room temperature in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER CREAMED CORN



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So rich and creamy, and unbelievably easy to make with just 5 ingredients. It does not get easier than that!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 (15.25-ounces) cans whole kernel corn, drained
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into thin slices

Steps:

  • Place corn into a slow cooker. Stir in milk, sugar and pepper until well combined. Without stirring, top with butter and cream cheese. Cover and cook on high heat for 2-3 hours. Uncover and stir until butter and cream cheese are well combined. Cover and cook on high heat for an additional 15 minutes. Serve immediately.

CARAMEL CORN



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A sweet crunchier version of an all-time favorite snack that's perfect for picnics, family movie nights or gifting.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Gifts & Decor

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups popped popcorn
1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds, if desired
3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 250°F. Spread popcorn in ungreased 15x10x1-inch baking pan. Sprinkle almonds over popcorn.
  • In large saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, water, corn syrup and salt; mix well. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Remove saucepan from heat. Stir in baking soda until well mixed. Immediately pour mixture over popcorn and almonds; toss until coated.
  • Bake at 250°F. for 15 minutes. Stir; bake an additional 15 minutes. Stir; bake 5 minutes. Immediately spread on foil or waxed paper. Cool 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Cup, Sodium 530 mg, Sugar 30 g

VANILLA CARAMEL CORN



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This recipe gives a sweet and tasty twist to microwave popcorn. When I first tried it at a party, I couldn't stop eating it!-Janel Andrews, Jerome, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 7 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 packages (3.3 ounces each) butter-flavored microwave popcorn
1-1/3 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Pop popcorn according to manufacturer's directions. Transfer to two very large bowls; discard any unpopped kernels., In a large heavy saucepan, combine brown sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Carefully stir in milk and butter; return to a boil. , Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Pour over popcorn and toss to coat. Spread in a single layer on greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. , Bake at 250° for 40 minutes, stirring once. Remove from pans and place on waxed paper to cool. Break into clusters. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh popcorn for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have a slow cooker, you can make caramel corn on the stovetop. Just be sure to stir constantly so that the sugar doesn't burn.
  • To make the caramel corn extra crunchy, spread it out on a baking sheet and bake it in a preheated oven at 250 degrees Fahrenheit for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • For a sweeter caramel corn, add more brown sugar to the recipe.
  • To make the caramel corn more salty, add more salt to the recipe.
  • You can also add other ingredients to the caramel corn, such as nuts, seeds, or dried fruit.

Conclusion:

Caramel corn is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of caramel corn that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you're looking for a snack, give caramel corn a try!

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