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Baked Caramel Popcorn Recipe

Skip the candy thermometer! This incredibly easy Baked Caramel Popcorn recipe is a Christmas tradition you'll make year after year. The rich, buttery caramel coats every kernel perfectly, creating a sweet and irresistible treat the whole family will adore. Get ready for a holiday flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 179.4 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Caramel Popcorn

  • Margarine
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 10 cups popped popcorn

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How to Make Baked Caramel Popcorn

  1. Melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Stir in 1 cup light corn syrup, 1 cup packed light brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  3. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  4. Boil for exactly 5 minutes without stirring.
  5. Remove from heat and immediately stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon baking soda (mixture will foam up).
  6. Pour the caramel sauce over 10 cups of popped popcorn in a large roasting pan or baking dish. Stir gently to coat the popcorn evenly.
  7. Bake in a preheated 200°F (93°C) oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to prevent sticking and ensure even caramel distribution.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool completely. The caramel will continue to set as it cools.
  9. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week (if it lasts that long!).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

75g

Fat

7g

Carbs

9g

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