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Caramel Popcorn Copycat

Decadent Caramel Popcorn Copycat That's Easy and Irresistible

Enjoy a delicious homemade Caramel Popcorn Copycat that’s easy to make and perfect for movie nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Snacks
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Popcorn
  • 1/2 cup Mushroom Popcorn Kernels These provide the perfect structure for caramel coating.
For the Caramel Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Oil Can be swapped with unsalted butter.
  • 14 oz Werther's Original Caramels Essential for caramel flavor; can use another soft caramel.
  • 1/4 cup Butter Unsalted is best for controlling saltiness.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Dark brown sugar can be substituted for a bolder taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Baking Soda Key for lightening the caramel.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Pop the mushroom popcorn kernels.
  4. Melt the coconut oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  5. Add the Werther's Original caramels to the saucepan and stir until dissolved.
  6. Incorporate the unsalted butter into the mixture.
  7. Whisk in the light brown sugar and baking soda until well combined and bubbly.
  8. Pour the hot caramel mixture over the popped popcorn and mix to coat.
  9. Spread the coated popcorn on the lined baking sheet.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes.
  11. Cool completely before breaking apart.
  12. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, measure ingredients first and ensure to cool the popcorn completely before breaking it apart.

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