Honey Roasted Caramel Corn
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Servings
8 Servings
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Calories
427 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Honey Roasted Caramel Corn
Description
This recipe begins with popping popcorn kernels in oil, then mixing the popped corn with honey roasted peanuts for an additional layer of nutty sweetness. A caramel sauce is made on the stovetop by boiling brown sugar, honey, butter, and salt until thickened. Baking soda and vanilla extract are added at the end to create a lighter caramel with a hint of vanilla aroma.
The hot caramel is poured evenly over the popcorn and peanuts, which are then baked at a low temperature, stirred periodically to ensure even coating and crisping. Once cool, the caramel hardens into a glossy, crunchy coating enveloping each piece.
This snack combines sweet, buttery, and subtly salty flavors with the crunchy texture of popcorn and peanuts, making it suitable for casual gatherings or an indulgent homemade treat stored in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup peanuts honey roasted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place the popcorn kernels in a large pot. Add the cooking oil. Cover and cook over medium heat until most kernels have popped and there are several seconds between pops.
- Spread the popped popcorn on a large baking sheet. Add the roasted peanuts.
- In a small saucepan, mix brown sugar, honey, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat. Stir in baking soda and vanilla extract. Pour immediately over the popcorn mixture.
- Bake in a 250°F oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Line a clean baking sheet with wax paper. Transfer the caramel corn onto the wax paper, separating into pieces. Allow to cool completely.
- Serve or store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 427 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 427kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 372mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 212mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 36g | 72% |
| Vitamin A | 355IU | 7% |
| Calcium | 44mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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