Best 4 Sweetened Popcorn Recipes

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Indulge in the irresistible charm of homemade Sweetened Popcorn, a delightful confection that transforms ordinary popcorn kernels into a symphony of sweet and crunchy goodness. With three enticing variations to choose from, this versatile treat caters to every palate. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this classic carnival favorite, ensuring you recreate the magic in your own kitchen. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with Caramel Corn, a timeless delight coated in a luscious caramel glaze that strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and crunch. For those seeking a burst of fruity flavor, venture into the realm of Candy Popcorn, where vibrant sprinkles and your choice of fruity candy melts create a vibrant and playful snack. And for the purists, Classic Sweet Popcorn awaits, a simple yet satisfying rendition that showcases the pure essence of sweetened popcorn.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SWEETENED POPCORN



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This is a sweet and crunchy treat. I first tasted something like this at a festival. I find that the crunchiness and the sweetness are very addicting.

Provided by CORY13

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Popcorn Candy Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup water
1 cup white sugar
6 cups popped butter flavor popcorn

Steps:

  • Line two baking sheets with waxed paper.
  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine butter, water and sugar. Bring to a boil. Boil 4 minutes; remove from heat. Introduce popcorn and stir to coat evenly. Pour onto prepared baking sheets and let cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.9 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 43.6 mg, Sugar 16.8 g

17 EASY SWEET POPCORN RECIPES



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Time 1h31m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 c butter
2 c brown sugar
½ c corn syrup
1 tsp salt
½ tsp baking soda
1 tsp vanilla extract
5 quarts popped popcorn

Steps:

  • Pop popcorn and place it in a large bowl, and preheat the oven to 250 degrees.
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan. Stir over medium heat and mix in salt, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Stir constantly while bringing to a boil
  • Boil without stirring for 4 minutes and then remove from heat. Mix in vanilla and soda.
  • Pour slowly over popcorn, stirring to coat.
  • Place in 2 shallow baking dishes and pop in the oven to bake for 1 hour. Stir every 15 minutes. Let cool completely before breaking up the popcorn and eating!

SWEET POPCORN



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Make a batch of sweet popcorn for a home movie night. It's a great snack for sharing, or divide into paper cones to avoid bickering!

Provided by Liberty Mendez

Categories     Snack, Treat

Time 17m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tbsp vegetable oil
100g popcorn kernels
250g caster sugar
50g salted butter , cubed

Steps:

  • Put the oil in a large saucepan with a tight-fitting lid over a medium heat. Toss the popcorn kernels in the oil to coat. Put the lid on, and keep over a medium heat until you hear the first popcorn pop, then turn the heat to medium-low. When you begin to hear lots of popping, give the pan a shake. Continue to shake frequently until the popping stops. Turn off the heat and leave in the pan.
  • Line a large baking tray with baking parchment. Put the sugar and 60ml water into a medium heavy-based saucepan and bring to the boil. Stir until the sugar has dissolved, then leave over a medium heat, without stirring, for 6-8 mins. It should start to turn into a golden caramel, swirl it around and add the butter - stand back as it may spit a little. Stir well until combined.
  • Pour the caramel over the popcorn in the pan and stir immediately to coat the popcorn, being careful not to touch the hot caramel. Carefully transfer onto the lined baking tray and press down with the back of a spoon to spread evenly. Leave to cool for 5 mins, then break apart and eat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 52 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 42 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

CINNAMON-SUGAR POPCORN



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I first tried this when I was visiting my sister in West Virginia. After trying it, I loved it, however I neglected to ask her for the recipe. 10 years later, I have it, and I still love it! The kids can help make it if you use an air popper (which I did to reduce fat and calories...there's enough in the butter!) I used my deep dish lasagna pan to cook it in the oven. You can use a roasting pan or any other large, deep dish pan. It makes a lot, so either invite your friends or store it in an airtight container for later.

Provided by MACCO

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Popcorn Candy Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup unpopped popcorn
⅓ cup butter
⅔ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Pop the popcorn using an air popper according to manufacturer's directions. Place into a large mixing bowl, and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the sugar, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla, and cook until thick and bubbly. Pour over the popcorn, and stir until the popcorn is evenly coated. Spread the popcorn into a large roasting pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven 10 minutes, then turn the heat off, and allow the popcorn to stay in the oven 20 minutes longer. Remove from oven, and cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 100.3 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh popcorn kernels for the best flavor and texture.
  • Heat the oil over medium heat before adding the popcorn kernels.
  • Add just enough oil to coat the bottom of the pot.
  • Shake the pot constantly while the popcorn is popping to prevent burning.
  • Remove the popcorn from the heat as soon as it stops popping.
  • Pour the popcorn into a large bowl and drizzle with melted butter or oil.
  • Add your favorite seasonings and mix well.
  • Enjoy your delicious, homemade popcorn!

Conclusion:

Making sweetened popcorn is a fun and easy way to enjoy a delicious and nostalgic treat. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a sweet and crunchy snack that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this sweetened popcorn recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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