No Bake Caramel Popcorn
Craving an easy, irresistible snack? This No Bake Caramel Popcorn recipe is the ultimate treat, combining the crunch of freshly popped kernels with the velvety sweetness of homemade caramel. Made without needing an oven, this 25-minute recipe transforms simple pantry staples like brown sugar, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract into a golden, gooey caramel sauce that clings to every fluffy piece of popcorn. Perfect for movie nights, parties, or an indulgent snack, this recipe delivers rich, buttery flavor in every bite. Plus, it’s quick to prepare and stays fresh for days when stored in an airtight container. Get ready to elevate your snacking game with this crowd-pleasing, no-bake treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Light corn syrup
- 0.25 cup Sweetened condensed milk
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Heat a large pot over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Add 1 cup of popcorn kernels, cover the pot with a lid, and gently shake the pot occasionally to prevent burning. Once the popping slows down (about 3 seconds between pops), remove the pot from the heat and transfer the popcorn to a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in 1 cup of brown sugar, 1/4 cup of light corn syrup, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in 1/4 cup of sweetened condensed milk. Continue cooking for 2–3 minutes, constantly stirring until the caramel is smooth and thickened.
Remove the saucepan from heat and add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir to combine.
Pour the hot caramel sauce over the prepared popcorn. Using a rubber spatula, gently toss the popcorn to evenly coat it with the caramel.
Let the caramel popcorn cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1986 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.3 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.5 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 751 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 302.4 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 227.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.4 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 360 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 825 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
