Best Caramel Popcorn Recipes

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CARAMEL POPCORN



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Great caramel popcorn for any holiday or occasion. If you like chewy popcorn, bake less.

Provided by BS4U2C

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Popcorn Candy Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup butter
2 cups brown sugar
½ cup corn syrup
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
5 quarts popped popcorn

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (95 degrees C). Place popcorn in a very large bowl.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil without stirring 4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in soda and vanilla. Pour in a thin stream over popcorn, stirring to coat.
  • Place in two large shallow baking dishes and bake in preheated oven, stirring every 15 minutes, for 1 hour. Remove from oven and let cool completely before breaking into pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 24.4 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 23.6 g

ULTIMATE CARAMEL CHOCOLATE POPCORN



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Have the munchies? They're no match for this nutty caramel corn drizzled with melted chocolate. -Kim Forni, Claremont, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h25m

Yield 5 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 9

18 cups air-popped popcorn
1 can (15 ounces) mixed nuts
2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1-1/2 cups dark chocolate, milk chocolate and/or white baking chips
3 teaspoons shortening

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°. Place popcorn and nuts in a greased roasting pan; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, butter and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir 5 minutes. , Remove from heat; stir in baking soda (mixture will foam). Quickly pour over popcorn and mix well., Transfer to two greased 15x10X1-in. baking pans. , Bake 1 hour or until dry, stirring every 15 minutes., In a microwave, melt each chocolate separately, adding 1 teaspoon shortening to each 1/2 cup chips; stir until smooth. Drizzle over popcorn mixture; let stand until set., Break into clusters. Store in an airtight container.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 389mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

EASY CARAMEL POPCORN



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This is habit-forming, it is soooo good and so simple to make, you can also use unskinned almonds or use whatever nut you desire --- you may also add 1/3 cup molasses for a stronger caramel flavor :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 8

24 cups popped corn (1 cup unpopped)
1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup corn syrup
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 1/2 cups whole peanuts (or use both) or 1 1/2 cups unsalted walnut halves (or use both)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 250 degrees F.
  • Put the popped corn in a large bowl.
  • Melt the margarine (or butter) stir in brown sugar, corn syrup and salt; bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  • Then boil for 5 minutes WITHOUT stirring (this is important DO NOT stir for 5 minutes!).
  • Remove from heat and stir in baking soda and vanilla.
  • Add in the nuts and stir to combine.
  • Pour the mixture over popped corn in bowl; mix well with a wooden spoon to combine.
  • Transfer to a large greased roasting pan, and bake for 1 hour, stirring every 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove from oven then cool.
  • Break into pieces.
  • Store in a tightly covered tin box.
  • Delicious!

EASY CARAMEL POPCORN BALLS



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These popcorn balls are heavenly! Everyone I've shared them with becomes hooked instantly!

Provided by redamber

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Popcorn Candy Recipes     Popcorn Ball Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 (2.9 ounce) bags microwave popcorn, popped
1 cup brown sugar
⅔ cup sweetened condensed milk
½ cup corn syrup
¼ cup butter
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Pour popcorn into a large bowl.
  • Combine brown sugar, condensed milk, corn syrup, butter, and vanilla extract in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring often, until a candy thermometer reads 234 degrees F (112 degrees C), about 5 minutes. Pour over popcorn; stir to coat evenly.
  • Scoop some of the popcorn mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap. Gather and twist the plastic wrap to shape into a ball. Place popcorn ball on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper; repeat with remaining mixture. Let cool until set, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.1 calories, Carbohydrate 49.5 g, Cholesterol 15.9 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 244.1 mg, Sugar 30.9 g

MICROWAVE CARAMEL POPCORN



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Caramel popcorn made in under 15 minutes with the miracle of the microwave. Easy and fun - not to mention delicious.

Provided by SUBGIRL

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Popcorn Candy Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 quarts popped popcorn
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup margarine
¼ cup light corn syrup
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Place the popped popcorn into a large brown paper bag. Set aside.
  • In a 2 quart casserole dish, or other heat-proof glass dish, combine the brown sugar, margarine, corn syrup, salt and vanilla. Heat for 3 minutes in the microwave, then take out and stir until well blended. Return to the microwave, and cook for 1 1/2 minutes. Remove from microwave, and stir in the baking soda.
  • Pour syrup over the popcorn in the bag. Roll down the top once or twice to close the bag, and shake to coat the corn. Place bag into the microwave, and cook for 1 minute and 10 seconds. Remove, shake, flip the bag over, and return it to the microwave. Cook for another 1 minute and 10 seconds. Dump the popcorn out onto waxed paper, and let cool until coating is set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 282 mg, Sugar 14.9 g

BACON-CARAMEL POPCORN BALLS



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Have you ever been eating caramel popcorn and thought "This is good, but I wish it had pieces of bacon and I could play catch with it?" Well, then you'll love this easy-to-make, sweet, and savory treat. Wrap any leftover balls individually in plastic, and store in an airtight container.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Popcorn Candy

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
8 cups popped popcorn
½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
1 pinch salt
4 teaspoons water, at room temperature
1 teaspoon unsalted butter, softened

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a pan over medium heat until all the fat has rendered out, and all the pieces are well browned and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer into a strainer set over a bowl to catch the excess grease. Let bacon cool to room temperature.
  • Place popcorn in a large mixing bowl. Add cooled bacon and mix lightly until evenly distributed. Set aside until needed.
  • Pour white sugar into a small saucepan and set over medium heat. As soon as the sugar begins to melt and turn clear around the edges, carefully shake and swirl the pan. Do not try to stir the sugar with a utensil! Just occasionally shake and swirl the pan, which will mix the still granulated sugar into the melted sugar.
  • When almost all the sugar is melted, and the mixture is turning a light amber color, reduce the heat to low.
  • Once all the sugar is melted, turn off the heat, and add cold butter cubes to the pan all at once. Carefully shake and swirl the pan until the butter melts into the sugar. Do not use a whisk yet.
  • Add water and salt and use a whisk to mix until a smooth, thin caramel sauce forms. Some of the sugar may temporarily harden when you add the water, but just keep whisking until everything dissolves and you've achieved a smooth sauce. If it's not melting, turn the heat on low, and continue until it does.
  • Remove from heat and quickly, but carefully, drizzle caramel sauce over the bacon and popcorn while tossing with a lightly buttered spatula. Continue tossing until the popcorn is evenly coated with the caramel.
  • Lightly butter your hands, and as soon as the mixture has cooled down enough to stick together, form it into balls. Don't squeeze the balls too hard as you form them, or you will compress the popcorn and it will not be as light in texture. Transfer balls to a pan to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 716.7 calories, Carbohydrate 128.4 g, Cholesterol 19.4 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 23.3 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 279.6 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

CARAMEL POPCORN



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I got this recipe years ago from a neighbor and loved it! It's great at parties and gift giving at Christmas. Makes lots!

Provided by Carol

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 -2 gallon prepared popcorn
2 cups brown sugar
1 cup butter
1/2 cup corn syrup or 1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup peanuts (Optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250.
  • Prepare popcorn and set aside.
  • In a sauce pan bring to a boil brown sugar, butter and syrup.
  • Boil at a slow boil for 5 minutes without stirring.
  • Remove and add baking soda, salt, vanilla and peanuts.
  • Pour over popcorn and toss.
  • Lay out on greased cookie sheets and bake for 1 hour stirring every 20 minutes.
  • Store in Large Zip Lock Bags.

CARAMEL POPCORN BALLS



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The kids love helping me make these. They are wonderful for school party treats. Also, you can add almonds or peanuts for an extra flair.

Provided by Mom2Eight

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 12 balls

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 -10 cups popped popcorn
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
1 cup water
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter

Steps:

  • Put popped corn in large bowl. Combine sugars, syrup, water, vinegar and salt in a 2 quart sauce pan. Heat to boiling over medium high heat, stirring frequently. Once it starts boiling stir constantly until small amount of mixture dropped into very cold water forms a ball (hard ball stage). Reduce heat to low and stir in butter until melted. Pour syrup over popcorn in bowl, stirring until well coated. Let cool slightly. Butter hands and shape into balls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.8, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 190.9, Carbohydrate 61.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 42.7, Protein 0.8

GRANDMA'S CARAMEL POPCORN BALLS



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This was one of my favorite treats that my grandmother used to make for me and my brother. This is the exact recipe that I just inherited from my grandmother along with many other wonderful recipes I will be posting.

Provided by ChipotleChick

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 15 balls, 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
7 1/2 ounces sweetened condensed milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
5 quarts popped popcorn

Steps:

  • Combine butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup.
  • Stir well and bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Stir in condensed milk.
  • Simmer, stirring constantly, until the mixture forms a soft ball in cold water (takes just a few minutes). It will be between 234-238 degrees farenheit on a candy thermometer.
  • Stir in vanilla and remove from heat.
  • Pour over the popped popcorn and stir well.
  • Butter your hands lightly, and shape the popcorn into balls about 3 1/2 inches in diameter.
  • Makes about 15 balls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.2, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 13, Sodium 57.1, Carbohydrate 39.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 25.1, Protein 2.5

HOMEMADE CARAMEL POPCORN AND PEANUTS



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Popcorn! Peanuts! We brought a baseball stadium favorite home with a recipe that you can dig into in just 30 minutes.

Provided by By Bree Hester

Categories     Snack

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

7 cups plain popped popcorn
1 cup salted peanuts
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
6 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200°F. Line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper.
  • Place popcorn and peanuts in very large bowl; set aside.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat brown sugar, butter and corn syrup to boiling Boil 5 minutes without stirring. Remove from heat. Stir in baking soda, salt and vanilla.
  • Pour caramel mixture over popcorn mixture; toss until well coated. Spread popcorn mixture evenly on cookie sheet.
  • Bake 10 minutes. Cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

BACON BOURBON CARAMEL POPCORN



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Make and share this Bacon Bourbon Caramel Popcorn recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Pork

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 quarts plain popped corn (freshly air-popped recommended.)
1/2-1 lb thick cut bacon, chopped, fried to just about crispy and well drained
1 cup butter
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup or 1/2 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3 ounces Bourbon (cheap is good)

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 250º.
  • Melt 1 cup of butter over medium heat. Mix in brown sugar, corn syrup and sea salt and then stir until boiling at the edges. Lower the heat slightly and let boil until the caramel is 250º. Remove from heat and add the baking soda and bourbon. Once fully incorporated, stir in the bacon.
  • Divide the popcorn into two very lightly greased roasting pans and coat with the caramel. Mix well and then put the popcorn into the preheated oven for about 45 minutes to an hour, mixing every 10-15 minutes so the kernels of popped corn is coated in bourbon bacon coating.
  • Once done, pour onto either parchment paper or wax paper to cool and break into pieces.
  • Refrigerate.

CARAMEL PRETZEL NUT POPCORN



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This is a very good holiday treat the my kids can't get enough of. It combines the sweetness of caramel with the saltiness of pretzels, nuts and popcorn. There is no mess because it is mixed in a large throw-away brown bag!

Provided by rookieswife

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 cups broken salted pretzels
20 cups popped popcorn
4 cups dry roasted peanuts
3 cups brown sugar
¾ cup light corn syrup
1 ½ cups butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place the pretzels, popcorn and peanuts into a large paper bag or, if you have one, a very large bowl. Set aside.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Cook, stirring to melt the butter and dissolve the sugar, until the mixture comes to a boil. Once the mixture is at a full boil, continue to cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from the heat, and stir in the salt, vanilla, and baking soda. The mixture will foam up when you add the soda, so use a long spoon to stir. Immediately pour the sugar mixture over the popcorn and pretzels in the bag. Shake until evenly coated. For a crispier treat, boil the sugar mixture longer, or bake the finished mix in the oven at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.5 calories, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 616.7 mg, Sugar 16.1 g

CARAMEL POPCORN WITH MARSHMALLOW



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Marshmallows make this caramel popcorn stay soft and grand! Leftover caramel can be refrigerated and used later if warmed in the microwave.

Provided by Ashley Bluth

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Popcorn Candy Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

23 large marshmallows
2 cups brown sugar
¼ cup light corn syrup (such as Karo®)
1 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 (3.5 ounce) packages microwave popcorn, popped

Steps:

  • Cook and stir the marshmallows, brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, and vanilla extract together in a pot over medium-low heat until the marshmallows are completely melted, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Put the popcorn in a large bowl; pour the marshmallow mixture over the popcorn and gently stir with a big spoon to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.6 calories, Carbohydrate 74.5 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 15.8 g, Sodium 415.8 mg, Sugar 50.2 g

MICROWAVE CARAMEL AND PEANUT POPCORN



Microwave Caramel and Peanut Popcorn image

Provided by Food Network

Time 15m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 quarts popped popcorn
1 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Place the popped popcorn into a large brown paper bag. Set aside. In a 2-quart casserole dish, or other heatproof glass dish, combine the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, vanilla extract and salt. Heat at full power for 3 minutes in the microwave, then take out and stir until well blended. Return to the microwave, and cook for 1 minute and 30 seconds more. Remove from the microwave, and stir in the baking soda. Pour the syrup mixture over the popcorn in the bag. Roll down the top once or twice to close the bag, and shake to coat the popcorn. Place bag into the microwave, and cook for 1 minute 10 seconds. Remove, shake, flip the bag over and return it to the microwave. Cook for another 1 minute and 10 seconds. Dump the popcorn out onto waxed paper, and let cool until coating is set. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

CARAMEL POPCORN



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Plain microwave popcorn becomes irresistible when it's yummied up with molasses, peanut butter and nuts. "This awesome snack never lasts long around our house," Jacque Castillo, Brookings, Oregon, notes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 packages (3-1/2 ounces each) microwave popcorn
1 cup salted peanuts
1 cup salted roasted almonds
1 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup corn syrup
3/4 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup molasses
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • Pop popcorn according to manufacturer's directions. Meanwhile, in a large heavy saucepan, combine the peanuts, almonds, brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, peanut butter and molasses. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 5 minutes. , Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and baking soda (mixture will foam). In a very large bowl, combine popcorn and pecans. Add hot syrup mixture and toss to coat. Spread onto greased baking sheets. , Bake at 250° for 1 hour or until dry, stirring every 15 minutes. Remove from pans to waxed paper to cool. Break into clusters. Store in airtight containers or plastic bags.

Nutrition Facts :

CARAMEL POPCORN BALLS



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I've been a fan of popcorn since my mother used to grow corn in our garden. I've shared this special treat for years. Friends and family often request it during the holiday.-Anne Welsh, Greenwood, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 10 popcorn balls.

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 cups popped popcorn
3 cups crisp rice cereal
42 caramels
3 tablespoons water
1 cup salted peanuts
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine popcorn and cereal in a large bowl; set aside. , In a heavy saucepan over low heat or in a microwave-safe dish, heat caramels and water until the caramels are melted. Stir in peanuts and salt; mix well. Pour over popcorn mixture and toss to coat. , With buttered hands, shape into 3-in. balls. Reshape if necessary when partially cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 350mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

KRAFT CARAMEL POPCORN BALLS



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Make and share this Kraft Caramel Popcorn Balls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ann McMaster

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

28 Kraft caramels
2 tablespoons water
2 quarts popped corn, salted

Steps:

  • Melt caramels with water over low heat, stirring until smooth.
  • Pour over popped corn; toss until well coated.
  • With hands slightly moistened with cold water, form into balls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.6, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 3.3, Sodium 270.8, Carbohydrate 42.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 30.9, Protein 3.2

GRANDMA'S CARAMEL POPCORN BALLS



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My mom made these delicious popcorn balls when I was growing up. While doing my Christmas candy and cookie baking, I came across her recipe. I made the family recipe for the first time this year. My daughters, grown with their own families, asked why I hadn't made these sooner. Thirty plus years later, this recipe will now be a family tradition at Christmas.

Provided by Kim1520

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Popcorn Candy Recipes     Popcorn Ball Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 quarts popped popcorn
2 cups evaporated milk
2 cups white sugar
1 cup dark corn syrup (such as Karo®)
1 cup margarine
⅛ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Sort through popcorn, discarding unpopped kernels.
  • Combine evaporated milk, sugar, corn syrup, margarine, and salt in a large saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil; stir constantly until caramel reaches 246 degrees F (119 degrees C) on a candy thermometer, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour some popcorn into a very large bowl. Pour in some of the caramel; stir until evenly coated. Add remaining popcorn and caramel in batches, stirring well after each addition.
  • Scoop some of the popcorn mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap. Gather and twist the plastic wrap to gently shape into a ball. Place popcorn ball on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper; repeat with remaining mixture. Let cool until set, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.2 calories, Carbohydrate 43.2 g, Cholesterol 7.3 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 356.8 mg, Sugar 27.1 g

FAST AND EASY CARAMEL POPCORN



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This recipe is sure to be a hit with friends and family. It's super easy and there's not much of a mess to clean up afterwards. My kids love watching the mixture foam after adding the baking soda. We all start eating it right away but I do prefer it after it has had time to cool. It's a real treasure to create! P.S. You might want to break it up with your hands as it starts to cool.

Provided by UltimaMommy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (3 1/2 ounce) bags microwave popcorn or 2 (3 1/2 ounce) bags approx 1 cup corn
1/2 cup margarine
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 brown paper bag

Steps:

  • Place popped corn in brown bag.
  • Melt margarine, brown sugar and syrup in microwave on high for 5 min stirring once every 1/2 minute
  • Stir in baking soda, mixture will foam!
  • Pour over popcorn in bag and shake well.
  • Place in microwave on high for 1 inches Shake again, heat for one more minute.
  • Shake, pour into bowl to cool and then enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.2, Fat 12.5, SaturatedFat 2.5, Sodium 306.6, Carbohydrate 54.6, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 29.8, Protein 3.4

EASY CHOCOLATE-CARAMEL POPCORN



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I found this recipe on the back of a bag of Kraft Caramels. It's the perfect party snack-everyone gobbles it up! I've discovered that 12 cups of popcorn is one microwave bag, and I've also tried it with cashews instead of peanuts. Yum!

Provided by DreamoBway

Categories     Candy

Time 1h15m

Yield 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (14 ounce) bag Kraft caramels
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons water
12 cups air- popped popcorn
1 cup cocktail peanuts
4 (1 ounce) baker's semi-sweet chocolate baking squares, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°F.
  • Place the caramels, butter, and water in a heavy saucepan. Cook on low heat until the caramels are completely melted, stirring frequently.
  • Combine the popcorn and peanuts in a large bowl. Make sure to remove all unpopped kernels. Drizzle with the caramel mixture; toss to evenly coat. Spread onto a large greased baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, stirring after 10. Sprinkle with chocolate; toss using two spoons until well mixed. Spread onto a sheet of waxed paper; cool completely.
  • Break apart until small clusters or individual pieces. Store in a tightly covered container at room temperature for up to one week.

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