GINGERBREAD CARAMEL CRUNCH

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If you love gingerbread, you won't be able to resist this crispy, crunchy popcorn. Munch it yourself or share it as a tasty gift! -Lynne Weigle-Snow, Alexandria, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts     Snacks

Time 1h25m

Yield 3-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 10

14 cups air-popped popcorn
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup molasses
1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place popcorn in a large bowl coated with cooking spray; set aside. Butter the sides of a small heavy saucepan; add the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, molasses, ginger, cinnamon and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil without stirring for 5 minutes., Remove from the heat; stir in baking soda (mixture will foam). Stir in vanilla. Quickly pour over popcorn and mix well., Transfer to 2 greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake at 250° for 1 hour, stirring every 10 minutes. Remove from pans and place on waxed paper to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MdRajib Hossen
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover gingerbread cookies. The caramel crunch adds a delicious twist to the classic cookie.


Anwar Salim
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I've tried several different gingerbread caramel crunch recipes and this one is by far the best! It's the perfect combination of sweet and spicy.


Sathi Akter
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This recipe is perfect for the holidays! The gingerbread caramel crunch is a festive and delicious treat.


Ar Abir
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I'm not a huge fan of gingerbread, but I loved this recipe! The caramel crunch was the perfect balance to the gingerbread flavor.


Shohel Tanvir
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it! The gingerbread caramel crunch is so delicious.


Kelvin Mutinda
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I made this recipe for a holiday party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the gingerbread caramel crunch.


kolton kabernik
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This recipe is a keeper! The gingerbread caramel crunch was so good, I couldn't stop eating it.


Velma Koomson Tv
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I followed the recipe exactly and the gingerbread caramel crunch was delicious! I would highly recommend this recipe.


Janice Carter
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This was my first time making gingerbread caramel crunch and it turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.


Galby gal001
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The gingerbread and caramel flavors are perfect together.


Syed Fasial
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This recipe was so easy to follow and the gingerbread caramel crunch turned out amazing! It was the perfect holiday treat.