CRAZY CORN! (CHEESY CARAMEL POPCORN)

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This is delicious! Was afraid to try it for the first time. No way did I think cheesy caramel popcorn sounded even remotely good, but boy oh boy was I wrong.

Provided by Melissa Turner

Categories     Popcorn

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

15 c favorite brand of cheese popcorn
1 1/2 c dark brown sugar (packed)
12 Tbsp butter (sliced) plus some to coat baking pan
1/4 c plus 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp baking soda

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the oven to 250°F. Coat a large roasting pan with some butter and place the popcorn in the pan. Set aside.
  • 2. Place the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, and salt in a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally with a rubber spatula until the sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes. Continue to boil without stirring for 3 minutes. Remove from heat, add the vanilla and baking soda, and whisk until the caramel is light in color, foamy, and has doubled in volume, about 10 seconds.
  • 3. Immediately drizzle over the popcorn, stir with a rubber spatula until thoroughly coated, and spread into an even layer.
  • 4. Bake, stirring every 15 minutes with a rubber spatula and scraping up any caramel from the bottom of the pan, until a cooled piece of popcorn is very crunchy, about 45 minutes to 1 hour total. (To test for doneness, take a few pieces of popcorn out of the oven and let cool for 30 seconds. If they're crunchy, then the caramel corn is done.)
  • 5. Transfer the caramel corn to a work surface or rimmed baking sheet to cool completely (it will crisp as it cools).
  • 6. If you want to make your own cheese popcorn. Just pop your popcorn, coat with some butter and toss. Then coat with dry cheese sauce mix (such as the cheese packets you get in your kids kraft macaroni and cheese) and toss again.

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Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. It was easy to follow and the caramel corn turned out delicious. I would definitely make it again.


Jenna Stewart
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I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but the caramel corn didn't turn out as pictured. It was still tasty, but it didn't look as good.


Daniel May
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This recipe is a bit too expensive for me. I would prefer a more affordable caramel corn recipe.


Tammi Grant
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The caramel corn was a bit too sticky for my taste. I would prefer a less sticky caramel corn recipe.


Audua Pugh
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I'm not a fan of the cheddar cheese flavor. I would prefer a different type of cheese, such as Parmesan or white cheddar.


Kasiba Shakul
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This recipe is a bit too time-consuming for me. I would prefer a quicker and easier caramel corn recipe.


Honey singh Cheema
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The cheese and caramel combination is a bit too rich for me. I would prefer a simpler caramel corn recipe.


Harmony
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The caramel corn didn't turn out crispy. I think I didn't cook it long enough.


Iftikhar Chaudri
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This recipe is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Sadat Kabaddi Club
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I'm not a fan of caramel corn, but I loved this recipe. The cheese adds a nice savory flavor that balances out the sweetness of the caramel.


Aubree VanVynckt
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I love that this recipe uses real butter and cheese. It makes the caramel corn taste so much richer and more flavorful.


Sindiso Qhaba
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The caramel corn is crispy, cheesy, and sweet all at the same time.


Steven&Alicia Pope
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect snack for movie night or a party.


Khan Shaan
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I made this for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the sweet and salty flavor combination.


Muhammad Waheed
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and unique snack that everyone will love.


ROGHANI Baoo
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I was skeptical about the cheese and caramel combination, but it actually works really well. The cheese adds a nice savory flavor to the caramel.


Thulani Stukzen
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I'm not a big fan of popcorn, but this recipe changed my mind. The caramel and cheese combination is addictive!


Hasan Emon
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. The popcorn was crispy and the caramel was gooey and flavorful.


Jonah Nance
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This caramel corn was absolutely delicious! The combination of sweet caramel and cheesy popcorn was perfect.