Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Christmas Caramel Popcorn! This easy-to-make treat features fluffy popcorn drizzled with rich, buttery caramel that will fill your home with a warm, sweet aroma. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, this delightful snack is sure to become a cherished family tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/2 cup Karo syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1. Pop the Corn: Use an air popper or stovetop pot to pop the popcorn kernels until fluffy.
- 2. Prepare Caramel Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar and Karo syrup until bubbly and well combined.
- 3. Add Flavorings: Mix in the vanilla extract and salt, cooking while stirring for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- 4. Toss Together: Pour the hot caramel sauce over the popped popcorn and toss quickly until evenly coated.
- 5. Bake for Crunchiness: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Spread the coated popcorn on a lined baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
- 6. Cool and Enjoy: Let cool completely before breaking into pieces and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (40g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg