Vanilla Crème Caramel Corn
Serves 1
Directions
- 1Preheat oven to 250°F.
- 2In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add popcorn kernels, cover, and pop.
- 3Transfer popped popcorn to a large aluminum hotel pan or roaster pan, removing any unpopped kernels.
- 4In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
- 5Continue boiling until the mixture turns a light amber color.
- 6Remove from heat and carefully stir in vanilla and baking soda (the mixture will foam).
- 7Immediately pour caramel over the popcorn and stir well to coat evenly.
- 8Bake for 40–50 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until crisp and evenly coated.
- 9Cool completely before breaking apart and serving.
Ingredients
- 1 cup popcorn kernels
- 1/4 cup oil
- 1 cup butter
- 2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- to taste salt (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
