Description
Craving a sweet, crunchy snack that’s easy to make and perfect for sharing? This Amish Caramel Corn delivers all that and more. With a rich, buttery caramel coating and irresistibly crisp texture, it’s a homemade treat that’s miles ahead of anything store-bought. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast ideas, easy snack recipes, or fun food ideas for the holidays, this caramel corn hits the mark. Ideal for parties, gifts, or a cozy movie night, this easy recipe brings timeless comfort straight from the Amish kitchen to yours.
Ingredients
10 cups plain popped popcorn
1 cup unsalted butter
2 cups packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup or honey
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Pop the popcorn using an air popper or stovetop. Place it in a large bowl and remove unpopped kernels.
2. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C) and line one or two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
3. In a heavy-bottom saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar, corn syrup (or honey), and salt. Stir constantly until it begins to boil.
4. Let the mixture boil undisturbed for 4-5 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and immediately stir in baking soda and vanilla extract. It will bubble and foam—this is expected.
6. Pour the caramel over the popcorn and quickly fold it in until all popcorn is coated evenly.
7. Spread onto baking sheet(s) in an even layer.
8. Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
9. Remove from oven and let cool completely before breaking into pieces and storing.
Notes
For an extra twist, add nuts like almonds or pecans before baking.
Use an air popper or stovetop method—avoid buttered popcorn to keep it crisp.
Store in an airtight container only after the popcorn is fully cooled for maximum crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Amish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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