This Baked Caramel Popcorn is incredibly sweet and crunchy, making it the ideal snack for movie evenings or get-togethers. This delightful snack is perfect for any occasion because the caramel coating bakes to a crispy perfection.
Ingredients:
- 12 cups popped popcorn
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 250F 120C
Place popped popcorn in a large mixing bowl
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter
Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt
Bring to a boil, stirring constantly
Once boiling, let it cook without stirring for 4-5 minutes
Remove from heat, stir in baking soda and vanilla extract
Pour caramel sauce over popcorn, gently stirring to coat evenly
Spread popcorn onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes
Remove from oven and let it cool completely before breaking into clusters
