Popcorn and Peanuts
Get ready to elevate your snack time with this irresistible 'Popcorn and Peanuts' recipe—a perfect blend of sweet, salty, and crunchy goodness. Made with freshly popped kernels and roasted peanuts, this treat gets its irresistibly rich flavor from a luscious homemade caramel sauce crafted with butter, brown sugar, honey, and a hint of vanilla. The addition of baking soda creates an airy, light texture that coats every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make snack is ideal for family movie nights, parties, or a midday indulgence. Bursting with flavor and texture, this recipe is a new favorite for caramel popcorn lovers everywhere. Serve it fresh or store it in an airtight container for a delicious snack on the go!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup unsalted roasted peanuts
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
Heat a large pot or a stovetop popcorn maker over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.
Add the popcorn kernels to the pot, cover with a lid, and shake occasionally to prevent burning.
Once the popping slows to 2-3 seconds between pops, remove the pot from heat and transfer the popcorn to a large mixing bowl.
Add the roasted peanuts to the popcorn and toss to combine evenly.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, honey, and salt until the mixture is smooth and begins to bubble.
Let the mixture gently boil for 2-3 minutes while stirring regularly to prevent burning.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam slightly—this is normal.
Carefully pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn and peanut mixture, working quickly to toss and coat everything evenly using a large spoon or spatula.
Spread the coated popcorn and peanuts onto a large, parchment-lined baking sheet in an even layer.
Let the mixture cool completely (about 10 minutes) before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1953 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.4 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.0 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1530 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.7 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 124.2 g | ||
| Protein | 34.7 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1113 mg | 24% | |
*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.
