Caramel Popcorn (not too sweet or sticky)

"I think this is a great caramel popcorn recipe, and I have tried quite a few! They were either too sticky or too sweet. This one is neither. The caramel dries well and doesn't stick to your fingers, and the sweetness is just right. I use spanish peanuts in this, but you could use other kinds of nuts, too. Here I was searching for the perfect caramel corn recipe, when all the while it was right in my recipe box! This is done in the microwave, and is very simple to make."
 
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Ready In:
18mins
Ingredients:
7
Yields:
2 quarts
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ingredients

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directions

  • Prepare microwave popcorn as directed on bag.
  • Remove any unpopped kernels.
  • In 2 quart microwave-safe bowl, microwave butter on high until melted, about 1& 1/2 minutes.
  • Stir in sugar and corn syrup, and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes.
  • Stir in vanilla and baking soda until blended.
  • Stir in popcorn, mixing well.
  • (It may be a bit tricky to mix the popcorn in at first, but the more you stir, the easier it gets.) If you are using nuts, add them here too.
  • Microwave on high for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes to coat popcorn evenly.
  • Transfer caramel corn to tray lined with waxed paper, or parchment paper.
  • Cool and break popcorn apart.
  • Store in airtight container.

Questions & Replies

  1. Where is the print recipe function?
     
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Reviews

  1. perfect, easy, mess free caramel corn recipe! I have made quite a few batches, testing my microwave and tweaking the cooking times to keep the candy super crunchy without burning the sugars. I found that 1/3 cup of unpopped corn will give you about the right amount of kernels. also spraying the wax paper with a bit of non-stick spray really helps. This recipe produces a beautiful buttery super crunchy popcorn, a real hit at the farmers market, and so easy to make that I can do it in the morning before the market. Thank you!
     
  2. Wow! Fabulous! I will be making this regularly. So simple but do watch your times. After stirring the popcorn in the caramel and putting it back in the microwave, it only took 2 mins & then I stirred it & put it back in for 30 secs more...that's all and it came out perfect!
     
  3. Very good but don't use waxed paper. It stuck. Use parchment instead.
     
  4. Quick, easy, excellent recipe! But beware (like the other reviewers said)--you will burn your popcorn in the microwave at the end if you are not careful! Mine just started to burn when i pulled it out--i only lost a little pocket of it on the bottom. I would only microwave it for 3 minutes, stirring half way through! Enjoy!
     
  5. Absolutely vantastic!!! I just made this tonight and I am so happy I did. Wonderful, easy recipe. Would be great as a Christmas gift for neighbors or family. I followed the recipe to a tee. It is not sticky or too sweet for that matter. I will definately make this again, and again, and again....................
     
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Tweaks

  1. Was delicious. Used agave nectar instead of corn syrup. Added salt. The salt rocked. Thank you!
     
  2. I have tried this recipe several times.My sisters love it! I however use maple syrup instead of corn syrup.
     

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