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Irresistible Harvest Caramel Corn Recipe for Perfect Fall Snacking

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This irresistible harvest caramel corn recipe combines sweet, buttery caramel with warm fall spices for the ultimate seasonal treat. Perfect for snacking, gifting, or gatherings!

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup popcorn kernels
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup light corn syrup
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional add-ins: chopped pecans, almonds, or a drizzle of melted chocolate

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ½ cup of popcorn kernels, cover, and shake the pot occasionally until popping slows. Remove from heat and transfer the popped corn to a large mixing bowl. Discard any unpopped kernels.
  2. Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in 2 cups of packed brown sugar, ½ cup light corn syrup, and ½ teaspoon salt. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in ½ teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon nutmeg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. The mixture will foam up—that’s normal!
  5. Gradually pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn, tossing gently to coat as evenly as possible. Work quickly to ensure the caramel doesn’t harden before spreading.
  6. Spread the coated popcorn onto the prepared baking sheets in an even layer. Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coating.
  7. Remove the trays from the oven and let the caramel corn cool completely. Break apart any large clumps and serve.

Notes

[‘Use fresh popcorn for better results.’, ‘Let the caramel sauce boil for at least 4 minutes to reach the right consistency.’, ‘Stir the caramel corn every 15 minutes while baking to ensure even coating.’, ‘Let the caramel corn cool completely before storing to keep it crispy.’, ‘Feel free to customize with nuts, chocolate drizzle, or spices like pumpkin spice.’]

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Keywords: caramel corn, fall snack, popcorn recipe, autumn treat, sweet and salty snack

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