Oven Caramel Corn Popcorn
Indulge your sweet tooth with this irresistible Oven Caramel Corn Popcorn, a perfect balance of crunchy, buttery, and sweet flavors that are sure to satisfy any snack craving. Made with simple pantry staples like brown sugar, butter, and light corn syrup, this homemade caramel-coated popcorn is baked to perfection in the oven for that signature crisp texture. The secret to its irresistible flavor lies in the addition of vanilla extract and a touch of baking soda, which creates a light, airy caramel coating that clings to every kernel. With just 10 minutes of prep time and an hour of gentle baking, you'll have a crowd-pleasing treat that's perfect for movie nights, parties, or holiday gifting. Ready to elevate your snacking game? Try this easy and delightful caramel popcorn recipe today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 cups Popped popcorn
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar (packed)
- 0.25 cup Light corn syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
Place the popped popcorn into a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the unsalted butter, brown sugar, light corn syrup, and salt. Stir continuously until the butter is melted and the mixture is well combined.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and let it cook without stirring for 4-5 minutes. Remove the saucepan from heat.
Stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam up slightly, which is normal.
Immediately pour the caramel sauce over the popcorn. Use a large spatula to gently toss the popcorn until it is evenly coated.
Spread the caramel-coated popcorn onto the prepared baking sheet, creating an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coating and prevent burning.
Remove the popcorn from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet. The caramel will harden as it cools, giving the popcorn its signature crunch.
Once cool, break apart any large clusters and transfer the caramel corn to an airtight container for storage. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2204 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.4 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.4 g | 287% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 1906 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 331.8 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 274.9 g | ||
| Protein | 9.6 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 560 mg | 12% | |
*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.
