Microwave Caramel Popcorn

Microwave caramel popcorn is simple to make in under 15 minutes with the miracle of the microwave. Easy and fun — not to mention delicious!

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 173 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 quarts popped popcorn
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup butter or margarine
• 0.25 cup light corn syrup

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place popped popcorn into a large brown paper bag; set aside.

Step 2

Combine brown sugar, margarine, corn syrup, vanilla, and salt in a microwave-safe bowl or dish. Microwave for 3 minutes, then stir until well blended. Microwave for another 1 1/2 minutes; stir in baking soda.

Step 3

Pour sugar mixture over popcorn in the bag. Roll down the top once or twice to close the bag; shake to coat corn. Place bag in the microwave and cook for 1 minute and 10 seconds. Remove, shake, flip the bag over, and return it to the microwave. Cook for another 1 minute and 10 seconds.

Step 4

Pour popcorn out onto waxed paper and let cool until coating is set. Store in an airtight container.