CARAMEL CRACKED CORN

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A P.T.O. Mom made this recipe for the teacher's many years ago and it became an instant hit at the school!! I have made it in other schools and it's constantly requested and it disappears quick. About a year or so ago I made it for Christmas for my husband to take it in for his co-workers.I can't tell you how many times I've made...

Provided by Penny Day

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 oz. bag(s) "original " puffed corn
2 c light brown sugar, lightly packed
1 c butter, unsalted
1/2 c light corn syrup
pinch salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 c peanuts (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Pre heat oven to 250 degrees
  • 2. In a large deep aluminum roasting pan pour in: bag of puffed corn 1 c. nuts (if using) Set aside.
  • 3. In a heavy 4-quart saucepan over medium-high heat add: 2 c. packed brown sugar 1 c. unsalted butter 1/2 c. light corn syrup pinch of salt Stir until everything is melted and blended. Start a 5-minute timer when the mixture has come to a bubbly boil around the edge of the pan. Boil for the 5 minutes and stir constantly.
  • 4. Remove from heat after 5 minutes and stir in: 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. vanilla extract Pour hot sugar mixture over puffed corn and stir.
  • 5. Place into the oven and bake for 1 hour. Stir the caramel corn every 15 minutes. Let the corn cool and place into clear bags tied with a bow or set it out in a bowl for a party and watch everyone go insane for this sweet snack!

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