Homemade Caramel Corn that is to die for delicious Chewy, sweet and salty, the perfect combo

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a subtle flavor while reducing saturated fat.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

corn syrup

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Honey provides a natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

Heat a large pan on the stove and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Add 1 cup of popcorn kernels to the hot oil and cover with a lid.

Stir occasionally until the popcorn starts popping, then remove from heat when popping slows down.

In a large pot, melt 2 sticks of butter (1 cup) over medium heat.

Add 1/2 cup of corn syrup and 2 cups of brown sugar to the melted butter and stir.

Bring the mixture to a boil and let it boil for 5 minutes without stirring.

After 5 minutes, remove from heat and stir in 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract carefully to avoid splattering.

Pour the caramel mixture over 16 cups of popped popcorn and mix until evenly coated.

Spread the caramel popcorn onto two cookie sheets lined with foil.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens