Description
A sweet and crunchy treat perfect for fall.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup popcorn kernels
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn kernels using an air popper.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, butter, corn syrup, and salt. Cook over medium heat until boiling.
- Continue to boil for 4-5 minutes without stirring.
- Remove from heat and stir in baking soda and vanilla extract.
- Pour the caramel mixture over the popped popcorn and stir to coat evenly.
- Spread the coated popcorn on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 250°F for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding or reducing sugar.
- Add nuts or chocolate for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Harvest Caramel Corn, Caramel Popcorn, Fall Snack