SPICY CARAMEL POPCORN WITH PEANUTS

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A touch of spice makes this crunchy popcorn recipe extra nice; try making a big batch and packaging for friends.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Yield Makes 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup unpopped popcorn kernels
1 1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup salted peanuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Line two baking sheets with nonstick baking mats. Set aside.
  • Heat oil with 3 popcorn kernels in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. When kernels pop, add remaining 1/2 cup kernels. Cook, covered, shaking pan occasionally, until popping stops, 6 to 7 minutes. Remove pan from heat; let stand, covered, 1 minute.
  • Divide popcorn evenly between prepared baking sheets; set aside. In a medium saucepan heat sugar, butter, and corn syrup over medium heat until butter is melted, sugar is dissolved, and mixture is golden brown. Stir in salt and cayenne pepper; add peanuts and stir to coat. Pour mixture over popcorn. Spray a spatula with nonstick cooking spray and toss to combine.
  • Transfer baking sheets to oven and bake, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes.

Malak BTS
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This popcorn is the bomb!


Khali Williams
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I'm not a big fan of caramel popcorn, but this recipe was really good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Raja Zohaib
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This popcorn is way too sweet for my taste.


Carolle Quikaud
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I followed the recipe exactly and my popcorn turned out burnt. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Numani Coles
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I didn't have any peanuts on hand, so I used almonds instead. It was still really good.


Emon Barua
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This popcorn is a little too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it.


Blake Pitchford
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I've made this popcorn several times and it always turns out great. It's the perfect snack for movie night.


Vizuri Limited
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This popcorn is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can make it in the microwave.


Ethan Newton
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I made this popcorn for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor.


M√°ximo Gomez Green
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This popcorn is the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and spicy. I love the addition of peanuts, which gives it a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.