Indulge in this sweet and crunchy treat with our soft caramel corn recipe. Perfect for movie nights or as a party snack, this caramel corn is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Follow these simple steps to create a delicious batch of soft caramel corn at home.
Ingredients
- 8 cups popped popcorn
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat oven to 250°F and grease a large baking pan.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt until mixture comes to a boil.
- Boil without stirring for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in baking soda and vanilla extract.
- Pour caramel mixture over popcorn in a large bowl and toss to coat evenly.
- Spread caramel corn onto prepared baking pan.
- Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool before breaking into pieces.
- Enjoy your homemade soft caramel corn!
Interesting Facts
Caramel corn dates back to the late 19th century, with different variations appearing over the years.
Popcorn is a whole grain snack that is high in fiber and low in calories, making it a healthier alternative to other snacks.