Indulge in the delightful combination of chocolate and caramel with our irresistible Chocolate-Covered Caramel Corn recipe. This sweet and crunchy treat is perfect for movie nights, parties, or a satisfying snack anytime. Made with simple ingredients like popcorn, sugar, butter, corn syrup, vanilla extract, chocolate chips, and baking soda, this recipe yields a generous batch of caramel corn that's coated in rich chocolate.
Additionally, we offer variations to customize your caramel corn experience, including a decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Caramel Corn recipe that combines the flavors of chocolate, peanut butter, and caramel for a truly irresistible treat. For those who prefer a touch of spice, our Chocolate Caramel Corn with Chili Powder adds a hint of heat to balance the sweetness. And for a delightful twist, our Chocolate Caramel Corn with Sea Salt offers a unique combination of sweet and salty flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
CHOCOLATE-COVERED CARAMEL CORN
Chocolate-covered caramel corn. Disposable roasting pans work great for mixing. Store in airtight containers or resealable plastic bags.
Provided by ala
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Popcorn Candy Recipes
Time 1h41m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place 1 bag popcorn in the microwave; cook on high until popping begins to slow down, about 2 1/2 minutes. Repeat with remaining bags. Open bags carefully; divide popcorn between 2 shallow baking dishes. Mix in peanuts.
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
- Combine brown sugar, margarine, corn syrup, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring enough to blend. Simmer, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat; mix in vanilla extract and baking soda until mixture is light and foamy.
- Pour brown sugar mixture over the popcorn-peanut mixture; stir to coat.
- Bake in the preheated oven, stirring every 25 minutes, until a cooled piece of popcorn is crunchy, about 1 hour.
- Line a flat work surface with waxed paper. Pour popcorn onto the waxed paper. Break up any large clusters.
- Melt chocolate almond bark in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring after each melting, 1 to 3 minutes. Pour into a resealable plastic bag; snip off 1 corner. Drizzle melted chocolate over popcorn. Let popcorn cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 544 calories, Carbohydrate 54.6 g, Fat 37.3 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 658.5 mg, Sugar 22.3 g
CHOCOLATE COVERED CARAMEL CORN
Make and share this Chocolate Covered Caramel Corn recipe from Food.com.
Provided by andypandy
Categories Candy
Time 1h10m
Yield 7 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Prepare Caramel Corn:.
- Combine brown sugar, butter, syrup and salt in a saucepan.
- Boil 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add the baking soda and vanilla.
- Stir well and then pour over popped corn in a large roaster.
- If you have to put into two large tinfoil buttered roasters, it will be easier to stir in two pans.
- Bake in oven at 250 degrees for one hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Pour onto waxed paper and cool.
- Break up into pieces.
- Chocolate Coating:.
- Melt chips, marshmallows, butter and water for about four minutes in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
- You can do this on the stove top too, just melt until very smooth.
- Place the cooled caramel corn and peanuts, if using, in a large roasting pan or on a large cookie sheet, single layer, and drizzle chocolate over lightly. Using a baggy with the corner snipped off, will help drizzling the coating over top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 953.7, Fat 51.3, SaturatedFat 25.5, Cholesterol 78.4, Sodium 763.5, Carbohydrate 128.3, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 86.6, Protein 4.8
CHOCOLATE COVERED POPCORN (BOY SCOUTS COPYCAT) CARAMEL CORN
Like the Boy Scouts chocolate popcorn? You'll like this! Ever wonder how they get it to stay so crunchy? I think I figured it out! Makes a great handmade gift.
Provided by wyojess
Categories Candy
Time 2h30m
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 200 degrees.
- Place the popped corn in the largest baking pan you have (might have to do it in 2 batches if you only have a 9x13). You need to be able to stir the popcorn!
- Melt butter in a very large saucepan (see step 6).
- Add brown sugar and corn syrup. Stirring CONSTANTLY, bring to a boil and boil 5 minute.
- Add peanuts (if desired).
- Add soda (will foam up, so be ready).
- Pour caramel over popcorn and mix well.
- Bake popcorn one hour, stirring every 10-15 minute.
- Remove from oven and cool completely. You'll have to stir it every once in a while so it doesn't stick together.
- Spray a cookie sheet with oil or cover with parchment paper.
- Melt half of chocolate per package directions (you can melt more when you need it).
- Dip popcorn pieces in chocolate and place chocolate-covered popcorn pieces individually on the cookie sheet so they can set up.
- Popcorn can be stored at room temp or in the refrigerator. Just keep cool so it doesn't melt.
Tips:
- Use fresh popcorn: Stale popcorn will not have the same flavor or texture as fresh popcorn. If you don't have fresh popcorn, you can make your own by popping popcorn kernels in a popcorn maker or in a large pot on the stovetop.
- Make sure the caramel is cooked to the right temperature: If the caramel is not cooked to the right temperature, it will not harden properly. Use a candy thermometer to measure the temperature of the caramel. The caramel should be cooked to a temperature of 240 degrees Fahrenheit (115 degrees Celsius).
- Be careful when dipping the popcorn in the caramel: The caramel is very hot, so be careful not to burn yourself. Use a spoon or tongs to dip the popcorn in the caramel.
- Let the popcorn cool completely before serving: The popcorn needs to cool completely before serving. This will allow the caramel to harden and the popcorn to become crispy.
Conclusion:
Chocolate-covered caramel corn is a delicious and easy-to-make snack. It is perfect for parties, picnics, or just a quick snack. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make this classic treat that everyone will love.
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