Caramel Corn

Ingredients

• 12 cups Popped Popcorn (air-popped)
• 1 cup Butter (unsalted)
• 1 cup Brown Sugar (packed)
• 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1/4 cup Light Corn Syrup (ensure it's gluten-free)
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).

2. 2

   Lightly grease a large roasting pan or two baking sheets with vegetable oil.

3. 3

   Place the popped popcorn in the prepared roasting pan(s). Remove any unpopped kernels.

4. 4

   In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar, granulated sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the sugar is dissolved.

5. 5

   Continue boiling, without stirring, for 5 minutes. Use a candy thermometer to ensure the mixture reaches 245°F (firm-ball stage).

6. 6

   Remove from heat and quickly stir in the baking soda and vanilla extract (the mixture will foam).

7. 7

   Immediately pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn, stirring gently but thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly.

8. 8

   Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to prevent burning and ensure even caramelization.

9. 9

   Remove from oven and spread the caramel corn on parchment paper to cool completely. Break apart any large clumps.

10. 10

    Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Recipe Variations

• →Try adding different herbs for variety.
• →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.