Caramel Baked Popcorn

Caramel Baked Popcorn

Coat your kid's favorite crunchy treat with creamy caramel for a sweet sticky snack.

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Caramel Baked Popcorn
Parent Supervision Needed
This recipe requires extra parent involvement and a watchful eye, because it may require sharp tools or hot pans.
Party Snacks
Try this recipe at your child's next party. Double the ingredients or divide them in half, depending on the size of your celebration.

Servings: 8

Prep Time: 20 min.

Cook Time: 25 min.

Ingredients

  • 8 cups popped popcorn
  • 1/3 cup butter
  • 2 tbsp. light corn syrup
  • 2/3 cup lightly packed brown sugar
  • 1/8 tsp. baking soda
  • Pinch salt

Supplies

  • Large cookie sheet
  • Non-stick aluminum foil
  • Wooden spoon
  • Wire rack for cooling

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 275°F. Line a large cookie sheet with non-stick aluminum foil. Place the popcorn in a large bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Combine the butter, corn syrup, and brown sugar in a small saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring, until sugar and butter are melted. Remove from heat and stir in the baking soda and salt.

  3. Step 3

    Pour the mixture over the popcorn. Stir popcorn with a wooden spoon, tossing to coat evenly. Spread the popcorn onto the prepared cookie sheet.

  4. Step 4

    Bake for 20 minutes. Transfer cookie sheet to a wire rack and let cool completely. Have kids help break up the popcorn into smaller clusters. Store in an airtight container or serve immediately.

Nurtition Facts

  • Calories: 208
  • Total Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg
  • Sodium: 117mg
  • Total Carbs: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Protein: 1g
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