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Granny's Baked Caramel Corn

The best baked caramel corn you will ever eat. An easy recipe the whole family will enjoy. Perfect for movie nights, parties, and holidays.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: caramel corn, egg-free, flourless recipe, gluten-free, holidays, nut-free, party food, soy-free, tailgate food
Author: Mary

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 2 cups firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup light or dark corn syrup
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 6 qts. popped popcorn Remove any kernels that didn't pop.
  • 1 1/2 cups nuts Mixed, cashews, or peanuts (optional) Omit for nut-free diets.

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 250.
  • Melt butter. Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt.
  • Bring mixture to a boil and gently boil for 5 minutes, stirring the entire time. Remove from heat, stir in baking soda and vanilla.
  • Pour mixture over popcorn and add in nuts if you choose. Mix well.
  • Divide coated popcorn onto two large baking sheets with edges. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour turning over or gently stirring every 15 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
  • Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.