Description
Delight in the festive spirit with this easy-to-make Christmas Caramel Popcorn. Crunchy popcorn coated in a buttery caramel sauce creates an irresistible treat perfect for holiday gatherings and cozy movie nights. This recipe brings back cherished memories of family traditions, filling your home with a sweet aroma that will have everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 cups popped popcorn (about ½ cup kernels)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- ¼ cup corn syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Pop the popcorn kernels using your preferred method and spread evenly on the baking sheets.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, then stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt until bubbly.
- Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract and baking soda carefully.
- Pour the caramel sauce over popcorn, gently tossing to coat evenly.
- Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes for even crunchiness.
- Allow to cool completely before serving or storing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg