This easy caramel corn recipe makes a deliciously sweet and crunchy crowd-pleasing snack that's great for get togethers and gifting.
Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
45 mins
Total Time
60 mins
Calories
395 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Mix brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, and salt together in a heavy 2-quart saucepan over medium heat; stir constantly until mixture comes to a boil.
Step 2
Stop stirring, and boil mixture for 5 minutes.
Step 3
Remove from the heat and stir in baking soda and vanilla until well combined.
Step 4
Pour syrup over warmed popcorn and stir until evenly coated.
Step 5
Return to the oven and bake for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
Remove from the oven and spread onto a large foil sheet greased with cooking spray.
Step 7
Cool, then break apart and store in a tightly covered container.
Step 8
Gather all ingredients.
Step 9
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Spray a large shallow roasting pan with cooking spray, then fill with popcorn. Place in the preheated oven while preparing caramel.