Indulge in the festive spirit with this delightful Christmas Caramel Corn recipe, a sweet and crunchy treat perfect for holiday gatherings and gift-giving. This classic snack gets a Christmassy makeover with the addition of red and green M&M's, candy canes, and festive sprinkles, transforming it into a visually appealing and delicious treat. The combination of buttery caramel, crunchy popcorn, and colorful candies creates a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that will be a hit among people of all ages. This recipe offers a detailed guide, including variations for making the caramel from scratch, using store-bought caramel sauce, or even creating a delicious vegan version. Discover the magic of homemade caramel corn and impress your loved ones with this special holiday treat.
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CARAMEL CORN
A sweet crunchier version of an all-time favorite snack that's perfect for picnics, family movie nights or gifting.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Gifts & Decor
Time 1h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 250°F. Spread popcorn in ungreased 15x10x1-inch baking pan. Sprinkle almonds over popcorn.
- In large saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, water, corn syrup and salt; mix well. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove saucepan from heat. Stir in baking soda until well mixed. Immediately pour mixture over popcorn and almonds; toss until coated.
- Bake at 250°F. for 15 minutes. Stir; bake an additional 15 minutes. Stir; bake 5 minutes. Immediately spread on foil or waxed paper. Cool 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Cup, Sodium 530 mg, Sugar 30 g
CHRISTMAS CARAMEL CORN
This is my favorite gift to give during the holidays. (When I give it away in holiday tins the tins keep coming back for refills =) This makes a large batch...enough to fill 5-6 one-gallon storage bags.
Provided by Aroostook
Categories Candy
Time 1h40m
Yield 5 gallons of caramel corn, 40 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pop corn and place in large shallow baking pans.
- (I use an air popper) Preheat oven to 225- 250 F In a large pot, melt butter and stir in brown sugar.
- (pot must be large enough for that when the mixture boils it has room to double when you add the baking soda) Add salt and syrup and over medium heat stir until the mixture come to a rolling boil.
- Boil five minutes without stirring.
- Add vanilla and baking soda.
- Stir with a long handled wooden spoon until mixture doubles and the soda is evenly distributed Remove from heat and immediately pour over popcorn distributing caramel mixture evenly.
- Stir and bake for 45 minutes stirring every 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and immediately turn corn out on a clean work surface Cool and break up.
- Add mixed nuts and package in air-tight containers.
MY AMISH FRIEND'S CARAMEL CORN
This recipe comes from an Amish family who package this treat for gifts to friends and neighbors every Christmas. It is truly the tastiest, easiest, and most foolproof caramel corn recipe you'll ever find!
Provided by ANITALOUISE
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Popcorn Candy Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 28
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the popped popcorn into two shallow greased baking pans. You may use roasting pans, jelly roll pans, or disposable roasting pans. Add the peanuts to the popped corn if using. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, margarine and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring enough to blend. Once the mixture begins to boil, boil for 5 minutes while stirring constantly.
- Remove from the heat, and stir in the baking soda and vanilla. The mixture will be light and foamy. Immediately pour over the popcorn in the pans, and stir to coat. Don't worry too much at this point about getting all of the corn coated.
- Bake for 1 hour, removing the pans, and giving them each a good stir every 15 minutes. Line the counter top with waxed paper. Dump the corn out onto the waxed paper and separate the pieces. Allow to cool completely, then store in airtight containers or resealable bags.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 387.6 mg, Sugar 12.2 g
COURTSIDE CARAMEL CORN
My guests say they can't stop eating my caramel corn! For our basketball party I fix enough to fill a big red tin with our team's logo. The delectable syrup coats the popcorn well but isn't sticky. -Sharon Landeen, Tucson, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 1h
Yield about 5-1/2 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place popcorn in a large bowl and set aside. In a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Remove from the heat. Stir in vanilla and baking soda; mix well. Pour over popcorn and stir until well-coated. Pour into two greased 13x9-in. baking pans. , Bake, uncovered, at 250° for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely. Store in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 343mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips for Making Perfect Christmas Caramel Corn
- Use fresh popcorn. Fresh popcorn will help the caramel stick better and create a more flavorful snack.
- Make sure the sugar is completely dissolved before adding the baking soda. If the sugar is not completely dissolved, it will crystallize and the caramel will be grainy.
- Stir the caramel constantly while it is cooking. This will help prevent it from burning.
- Be careful when adding the baking soda. The baking soda will cause the caramel to foam up, so add it slowly and stir constantly.
- Pour the caramel over the popcorn and stir until it is evenly coated. Work quickly, as the caramel will start to harden as it cools.
- Spread the caramel corn out on a baking sheet and let it cool completely. Once it is cool, break it into pieces and enjoy!
Conclusion
Christmas Caramel Corn is a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for holiday parties or gift-giving. It is easy to make and can be customized with your favorite nuts, seeds, or dried fruit. With a few simple tips, you can make Christmas Caramel Corn that is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.- Use fresh popcorn.
- Make sure the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Stir the caramel constantly.
- Be careful when adding the baking soda.
- Pour the caramel over the popcorn and stir until it is evenly coated.
- Spread the caramel corn out on a baking sheet and let it cool completely.
Conclusion
Christmas Caramel Corn is a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for holiday parties or gift-giving. It is easy to make and can be customized with your favorite nuts, seeds, or dried fruit. With a few simple tips, you can make Christmas Caramel Corn that is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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