Popcorn Crunch
Indulge in the ultimate sweet-and-salty snack with this irresistible Popcorn Crunch recipe! Perfect for parties, movie nights, or as a homemade gift, this treat combines freshly popped popcorn, a rich buttery caramel coating, and a satisfying crunch from salted peanuts. To take it up a notch, a decadent drizzle of melted milk or dark chocolate adds a luscious finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe transforms simple pantry staples like popcorn kernels, granulated sugar, and light corn syrup into a crowd-pleasing delight. Whether you love caramel, crave chocolate, or simply can’t resist the crunch, this Popcorn Crunch is guaranteed to be your new go-to snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unpopped popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup salted peanuts
- 0.5 cup milk or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the popcorn kernels, cover the pot with a lid, and gently shake the pot occasionally while the kernels pop. Continue until the popping slows to a few seconds between pops, then remove from heat.
Transfer the freshly popped popcorn to a large mixing bowl, being careful to discard any unpopped kernels.
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, unsalted butter, light corn syrup, and a pinch of salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a boil.
Allow the mixture to boil for 4-5 minutes without stirring until it becomes a light caramel color. Remove from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will bubble up slightly.
Immediately pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn and gently toss with a wooden spoon or spatula to coat evenly.
Stir in the salted peanuts to evenly distribute them throughout the coated popcorn.
Spread the caramel-coated popcorn and peanuts onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, breaking up any large clumps with your hands or a spoon.
Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 15-20 second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the popcorn mixture. Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature for about 15 minutes (or refrigerate for quicker setting).
Once the chocolate has hardened, break the Popcorn Crunch into bite-sized clusters. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3338 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.0 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.1 g | 256% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 39.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 78 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 1198 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 436.1 g | 159% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.3 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 316.1 g | ||
| Protein | 62.3 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 264 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1724 mg | 37% | |
*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.
