Creepy Caramel Candy Popcorn
Creepy Caramel Candy Popcorn is the ultimate sweet and crunchy treat for your Halloween festivities! This delightful popcorn is drizzled in rich, buttery caramel, making it irresistible for movie nights or spooky gatherings. With its perfect balance of sweetness and crunch, this recipe is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Prepare to watch everyone reach for more as the aroma fills your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup popcorn kernels
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn kernels using an air popper or stovetop method until fluffy. Allow to cool.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add brown sugar and corn syrup; stir until combined and bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat; stir in vanilla extract and salt.
- Pour the warm caramel sauce over the popcorn in a large bowl and mix gently until evenly coated.
- Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Spread coated popcorn onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper and bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
- Let cool completely before breaking into clusters and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 132
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use high-quality popcorn kernels for the best texture. For added flair, consider mixing in nuts, chocolate pieces, or candy corn. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.