Best 4 Bacon Caramel Popcorn Recipes

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**Indulge in a Symphony of Sweet and Savory: Bacon Caramel Popcorn Delights**

Welcome to a culinary adventure where the classic flavors of bacon and caramel intertwine to create a delightful treat: bacon caramel popcorn. This irresistible snack combines the smoky, salty essence of bacon with the rich, buttery sweetness of caramel, resulting in a harmonious symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. As you embark on this culinary journey, you'll discover three enticing variations of bacon caramel popcorn, each offering a unique twist on this irresistible combination:

1. **Classic Bacon Caramel Popcorn:** This timeless recipe captures the essence of this beloved snack, featuring a perfect balance of crispy popcorn, savory bacon, and luscious caramel.

2. **Spicy Bacon Caramel Popcorn:** For those who crave a little heat, this variation infuses a touch of cayenne pepper into the caramel, adding a subtle kick that complements the salty bacon and sweet caramel.

3. **Chocolate Bacon Caramel Popcorn:** Indulge in the ultimate decadence with this recipe, which combines the classic flavors of bacon caramel popcorn with the luxurious richness of chocolate.

Prepare to embark on a delightful culinary journey as you explore these three variations of bacon caramel popcorn. With each bite, you'll experience a burst of flavors that will leave you craving more. Let the sweet and savory symphony of bacon, caramel, and popcorn dance on your palate, creating an unforgettable snacking experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BACON BOURBON CARAMEL POPCORN



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Make and share this Bacon Bourbon Caramel Popcorn recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Pork

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 quarts plain popped corn (freshly air-popped recommended.)
1/2-1 lb thick cut bacon, chopped, fried to just about crispy and well drained
1 cup butter
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup or 1/2 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3 ounces Bourbon (cheap is good)

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 250º.
  • Melt 1 cup of butter over medium heat. Mix in brown sugar, corn syrup and sea salt and then stir until boiling at the edges. Lower the heat slightly and let boil until the caramel is 250º. Remove from heat and add the baking soda and bourbon. Once fully incorporated, stir in the bacon.
  • Divide the popcorn into two very lightly greased roasting pans and coat with the caramel. Mix well and then put the popcorn into the preheated oven for about 45 minutes to an hour, mixing every 10-15 minutes so the kernels of popped corn is coated in bourbon bacon coating.
  • Once done, pour onto either parchment paper or wax paper to cool and break into pieces.
  • Refrigerate.

BACON CARAMEL POPCORN



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h40m

Yield 1 1/2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 10

Nonstick cooking spray
1 1/2 ounces bacon, about 2 slices
1 1/2 quarts popped popcorn
8 teaspoons butter
4 teaspoons bacon fat
5 ounces (10 tablespoons) brown sugar
8 teaspoons corn syrup
1/3 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
1/3 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.
  • Place popped popcorn in a very large bowl. Prepare 2 sheet pans with nonstick spray and line with aluminum foil.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, par-cook the bacon and render the bacon fat. Once the bacon has cooked, strain the bacon fat from the bacon pieces and reserve the fat. Transfer the cooked bacon pieces to paper towels and continue to drain the excess fat. Then add to popcorn.
  • In the saucepan already used, add the butter and bacon fat (add more bacon fat as needed). Heat until the butter has fully melted.
  • Add the brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Bring to a boil and stir constantly. Continue to boil without stirring for 4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in baking soda and vanilla.
  • Pour in a thin stream over popcorn, stirring to coat evenly.
  • Divide the mixture evenly between sheet pans and bake, stirring every 15 minutes for 1 hour. Remove from oven and let cool completely before breaking into pieces.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to one week.

BACON BOURBON CARAMEL POPCORN RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Bacon Bourbon Caramel Popcorn Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by garciamoss

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 quarts plain popped corn (freshly air-popped recommended.)
1/2-1 lb thick cut bacon, chopped, fried to just about crispy and well drained
1 cup butter
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup or 1/2 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3 ounces Bourbon

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 250º. Melt 1 cup of butter over medium heat. Mix in brown sugar, corn syrup and sea salt and then stir until boiling at the edges. Lower the heat slightly and let boil until the caramel is 250º. Remove from heat and add the baking soda and bourbon. Once fully incorporated, stir in the bacon. Divide the popcorn into two very lightly greased roasting pans and coat with the caramel. Mix well and then put the popcorn into the preheated oven for about 45 minutes to an hour, mixing every 10-15 minutes so the kernels of popped corn is coated in bourbon bacon coating. Once done, pour onto either parchment paper or wax paper to cool and break into pieces. Refrigerate.

DB'S CARAMEL POPCORN BACON MIX



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If you love bacon, this is the caramel popcorn recipe you have been looking for! Be warned, once you start snacking, it's difficult to stop. Butter can be halved for a leaner dessert.

Provided by AirForceFun

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 1h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (12 ounce) package thick-cut bacon
½ cup real maple syrup
3 quarts popped popcorn
2 cups crispy rice cereal squares (such as Rice Chex®)
2 cups crispy wheat cereal squares (such as Wheat Chex®)
2 cups peanuts
2 cups pretzel sticks
1 cup butter
2 cups brown sugar
½ cup corn syrup
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Arrange bacon slices close together and slightly overlapping onto the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle bacon slices evenly with maple syrup.
  • Place the baking sheet in the cold oven; set temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Bake until bacon is crisp, about 20 minutes.
  • Transfer bacon slices to a paper towel-lined plate to cool. Crumble cooled bacon.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with aluminum foil.
  • Lightly mix popcorn, rice cereal, wheat cereal, peanuts, pretzels, and crumbled bacon together in a large bowl. Transfer to the prepared baking sheets.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; mix brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt into the melted butter. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture begins to boil. Boil mixture, without stirring, for 4 minutes.
  • Place popcorn mixture in the preheated oven to warm.
  • Remove the butter mixture from heat and mix in vanilla extract and baking soda until caramel begins to foam. Drizzle caramel in a thin stream over popcorn mixture, tossing to evenly coat.
  • Bake caramel corn in the oven, stirring every 15 minutes, until caramel coating is set, 1 hour. Let caramel corn cool completely before breaking into pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1246.5 calories, Carbohydrate 135 g, Cholesterol 101.9 mg, Fat 72.7 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 26.9 g, Sodium 2038.8 mg, Sugar 74.1 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best results.
  • Make sure the popcorn is popped and cooled completely before adding the caramel mixture.
  • If the caramel mixture is too thick, add a little water or milk and stir until smooth.
  • Pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn in a thin, even layer.
  • Sprinkle the bacon bits and salt over the popcorn while the caramel is still wet.
  • Let the popcorn cool completely before serving.

Conclusion:

Bacon Caramel Popcorn is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for parties, movie nights, or anytime you need a sweet and salty treat. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create this tasty popcorn that is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a fun and festive snack, give Bacon Caramel Popcorn a try!

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