Caramel popcorn is a classic treat that’s both sweet and crunchy, perfect for movie nights, parties, or as a special snack and kids picnic. This recipe creates a delightful blend of fluffy popcorn coated in a rich, buttery caramel sauce. With a crispy texture and a golden-brown caramel flavor, it’s sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Whether you’re serving it at a gathering or packing it for a snack, this homemade caramel popcorn is a delicious and satisfying treat that’s easy to make. Do try these caramel popcorns once and I am sure you are going to love them. Here in this recipe I will show you how to make popcorn at home and then caramelize them perfectly.
Ingredients
- Popcorn Kernels: 1/2 cup
- Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Granulated Sugar: 1/2 cup
- Water: 1 tablespoon
- Baking Soda: 1/8 teaspoon
Instructions
Pop the Corn:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add 2 tablespoons of butter and let it melt.
- Once the butter is melted, add 1/2 cup of popcorn kernels to the pan.
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of salt over the kernels.
- Cover the pan and let the kernels pop. Shake the pan occasionally to ensure even popping.
- When the popping slows down, remove the pan from heat and let the popcorn sit covered for a few minutes to allow any remaining kernels to pop.
- Transfer the popped popcorn to a large bowl and set aside to cool.
Prepare the Caramel:
- In a non-stick pan, add 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon water.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar completely melts and turns a golden-brown color. Be careful not to burn the sugar.
- Once the sugar is melted and has a golden-brown color, remove the pan from heat.
- Quickly stir in 2 tablespoons of butter until fully combined.
- Add 1/8 teaspoon of baking soda to the caramel mixture. The mixture will bubble up, so stir quickly.
- Pour the hot caramel over the popped popcorn.
- Use a spatula or wooden spoon to mix and coat the popcorn evenly with the caramel.
- Spread the caramel-coated popcorn onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Let the popcorn cool completely. As it cools, it will harden and become crispy.
- Once the caramel popcorn has cooled and hardened, break it into pieces and enjoy!
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Notes
Be cautious when handling hot caramel, as it can cause burns.
Store the cooled caramel popcorn in an airtight container to keep it fresh and crunchy.
Enjoy your homemade caramel popcorn, a perfect sweet and crispy treat for any occasion!
Store the cooled caramel popcorn in an airtight container to keep it fresh and crunchy.
Enjoy your homemade caramel popcorn, a perfect sweet and crispy treat for any occasion!
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