Desserts

Caramel Corn

Makes about 16 cups

Caramel Corn

Makes about 16 cups

This caramel corn has a buttery toffee flavor. Follow the easy steps below to turn it into yummy popcorn balls.

Nutritional information per 1-cup serving:Calories 97 (36% from fat) · carb. 15g · pro. 1g · fat 4gsat. fat 2g · chol. 8mg · sod. 115mg · calc. 1mg · fiber 1g

Ingredients

  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 16 cups popped popcorn
  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

Preparation

  1. Spray a large mixing bowl with nonstick cooking spray, and put the popcorn in the bowl.
  2. Clip a candy thermometer to the side of a small heavy-bottomed saucepan. Put the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, water, and salt in the saucepan, and place over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring, until the mixture comes to a boil.
  3. Continue to cook the mixture until it turns golden brown and reaches a temperature between 240°F and 260°F, not to exceed 260°F, 6 to 8 minutes. It should start to thicken slightly. Remove from the heat and whisk in the baking soda. 
  4. Drizzle the caramel over the popcorn and mix to fully coat. Serve immediately