{Copycat} Garretts Popcorn Recipe
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{Copycat} Garretts Popcorn Recipe
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Want to make famous Garretts Popcorn at home? This simple guide to blending the perfect caramel popcorn recipe and cheese popcorn will make you feel like you're strolling down Michigan Avenue in the windy city!
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Ingredients
For the Caramel Corn:
- 3 quarts popped popcorn from about 1/2 cup kernels
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons corn syrup
- 1 - 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
For the Cheese Corn:
- 3 quarts popped popcorn from about 1/2 cup kernels
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 3/4 cup cheddar cheese powder
- 2 teaspoons ground mustard powder
- 2 large paper grocery bags
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Instructions
- Pop 6 quarts of popcorn according to package instructions and separate into 2 large clean paper grocery bags. (Based on the size of my largest pot, I do this in two batches.) Be sure to pick out any un-popped kernels.
For the Caramel Popcorn:
- Place the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, salt and vanilla in a large microwave safe bowl. Microwave on high for 2 minutes. Stir, then microwave another 2 minutes, until boiling. Immediately stir in the baking soda and pour over the popcorn in one bag. (The baking soda will cause the caramel to foam up.)
- Fold the top of the paper bag over a couple times and shake well. Place the bag in the microwave and cook for 1 minute. Shake the bag vigorously again and microwave for 45-60 more seconds. Check at 45 seconds to make sure it's not burning. Open the bag and pour the caramel corn out on waxed paper. Break up clumps if needed. Cool completely to harden. *Every microwave is a little different. After the caramel corn cools completely, if it does not crisp up, put it back in the bag and microwave for another 30-45 seconds.
For the Cheese Corn:
- Open the top of the second bag and shake vigorously as you slowly pour the butter over the popcorn. Then mix the cheese powder and mustard. Shake vigorously again, as you sprinkle the cheese mixture over the popcorn. Close the bag and fold the top down. Give the popcorn one last hard shake to thoroughly coat. Place the bag in the microwave and microwave for 30-45 seconds to dry out the popcorn. Then allow it to cool before mixing.
- Once both popcorns are ready, mix by hand and store in an air-tight container until ready to serve.
Notes
- Once the popcorn is cooled, store in airtight containers or zip bags to keep the popcorn fresh. It can last for a while, but will get stale after too much time!
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
753kcal
(38%)
Carbohydrates
147g
(49%)
Protein
23g
(46%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Cholesterol
9mg
(3%)
Sodium
266mg
(11%)
Potassium
616mg
(18%)
Fiber
26g
(104%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
455IU
(9%)
Vitamin C
0.6mg
(1%)
Calcium
28mg
(3%)
Iron
5.8mg
(32%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6quarts
Amount Per Serving
Calories 753 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 753kcal | 38% |
| Carbohydrates | 147g | 49% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 266mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 616mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 26g | 104% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 455IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 5.8mg | 32% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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