Best 5 The Best And The Easiest Caramel Corn Ever Recipes
Indulge in the delectable delight of homemade caramel corn, an irresistible treat that combines the perfect balance of sweetness and crunch. This classic confection is elevated to new heights with a variety of enticing recipes, each offering a unique twist on the traditional treat. From the classic caramel corn, with its rich, buttery flavor and golden glaze, to the decadent chocolate caramel corn, boasting a luscious chocolate drizzle and a hint of sea salt, there's a recipe to satisfy every craving. For those seeking a healthier alternative, the guilt-free caramel corn offers a delightful crunch without compromising on taste, while the savory caramel corn adds a tantalizing blend of spices for a savory-sweet sensation. With step-by-step instructions and a treasure trove of tips, this article equips you to create caramel corn perfection in the comfort of your own kitchen.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
BEST EVER CARAMEL CORN
The best ever caramel corn recipe with PERFECT crispy outside, chewy center, and sweet 'n salty flavor.
Provided by Tiffany
Categories Dessert
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Fill two large bowls with the popcorn and set out two large baking sheets.
- In a large sauce pan on the stove, combine butter, sugar, and corn syrup over medium heat. Stir constantly and bring to a rapid boil. Continue to stir for 3-4 minutes, remove from heat and stir in vanilla then immediately stir in baking soda (be careful, mixture will bubble up!). Pour caramel over popcorn and stir with a rubber spatula until well-coated.
- Place baking sheets in the preheated oven and cook for 15-60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. ***For chewier popcorn, cook only 15-30 minutes. For crispier popcorn, cool closer to 45-60 minutes. My favorite is about 35-40 minutes for a crispy start and a chewy finish!
- Allow to cool, then serve or store in airtight container up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Sodium 112 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 47 g, ServingSize 1 serving
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
CLASSIC CARAMEL CORN
Sweet and crunchy, this caramel corn is easy to make and tastes better than the county fair's.
Provided by Karo Corn Syrup
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips ARGO®, KARO®, FLEISCHMANN'S®
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spray large shallow roasting pan with cooking spray. Add popcorn and place in preheated 250 degrees F oven while preparing caramel.
- Mix brown sugar, corn syrup, butter and salt in a heavy 2-quart saucepan. Stirring constantly, bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Boil 5 minutes without stirring. Remove from heat. Stir in baking soda and vanilla; mix well.
- Pour syrup over warm popcorn, stirring to coat evenly.
- Bake for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from oven and spread on foil that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
- Cool; break apart. Store in tightly covered container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Carbohydrate 52.4 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 567.3 mg, Sugar 32.3 g
THE EASIEST AND BEST CARAMEL CORN I'VE EVER MADE
Oh LORD, have mercy! LOL! This stuff is the kind-of snack you sit down in front of the tv with and you look down and it's all gone! The best part about this recipe is (other than the end product) the fact no candy thermometer is necessary.
Provided by Redneck Epicurean
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h10m
Yield 1 1/2 gallon bag
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 200°.
- Spray your largest cookie sheets.
- Pop the popcorn in the oil and set aside. I do this in two batches. Place in a very large bowl. (Plastic bowls work really well because the caramel won't stick; you could also spray the bowl with a bit of Pam).
- Over medium heat in a heavy saucepan, melt butter and stir in brown sugar, salt and syrup. Bring to a rolling boil.
- When it starts to boil, boil a full 5 minutes stirring constantly with a wooden spoon. (I used a plastic spatula and ended up sacrificing it)
- Remove from the heat and add the soda. Pour caramel directly on the popcorn and stir to coat completely.
- Pour popcorn onto the sheets and bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15-20 minutes. Allow to cool and break into pieces. Store in zip-top bags.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2664.2, Fat 141, SaturatedFat 80.1, Cholesterol 325.4, Sodium 3554.4, Carbohydrate 369.1, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 311.9, Protein 2.1
THE BEST AND THE EASIEST CARAMEL CORN EVER
Get ready for some fantastic Caramel corn, buttery goodness and very addictive. I make this every year for the holidays. It is the best I have ever tasted, crispy and light.
Provided by Gail Herbest
Categories Popcorn
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Place popped popcorn into a large brown paper bag, set aside
- 2. In a 2 quart casserole dish or other heat-proof glass dish, combine the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, salt and vanilla. Heat in microwave for 3 minutes, then take out and stir until well blended. Return to microwave, and cook for 1 1/2 minutes. Remove from microwave and stir in the baking soda until blended
- 3. Pour the syrup mixture over the popcorn in the bag. Roll down the top of bag once or twice to close the bag and shake to coat corn. Place bag into the microwave and cook for 1 min and 10 seconds, remove, shake and flip the bag over , and return to microwave for another 1 min 10 seconds.
- 4. Dump the popcorn onto waxed paper and let cool until coating is set. store in air tight container
Tips:
- Use fresh popcorn: Stale popcorn will not produce the same results, so make sure to use popcorn that has been popped within the last few days.
- Use a large pot: You will need a large pot to make sure that the popcorn has enough room to expand. A Dutch oven or stockpot is a good option.
- Be careful not to burn the sugar: Keep an eye on the sugar as it melts and stir it constantly. If the sugar starts to smoke, remove the pot from the heat immediately.
- Let the caramel cool slightly before adding the popcorn: This will help to prevent the popcorn from getting too soggy.
- Use a silicone spatula to mix the popcorn and caramel: This will help to prevent the popcorn from sticking to the pot.
- Spread the popcorn out on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet to cool: This will help to prevent the popcorn from clumping together.
Conclusion:
With just a few simple ingredients, you can make delicious caramel corn at home. This recipe is easy to follow and produces perfect results every time. The caramel corn is sweet, crunchy, and addictive. It's the perfect snack for parties, movie nights, or anytime you need a sweet treat. So next time you're craving caramel corn, don't reach for the store-bought stuff. Make your own caramel corn at home with this recipe. You won't be disappointed.
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