Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Amish Caramel Corn, a classic treat that brings joy to any occasion. With its perfect blend of crunchy popcorn and rich, buttery caramel, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re hosting a movie night or looking for a fun snack for gatherings, this caramel corn will evoke nostalgic memories while tantalizing your taste buds. The addition of slivered almonds adds an extra layer of flavor and texture, making it the ideal sweet and salty snack. Simple and quick to prepare, you can customize it with your favorite nuts or spices for a unique twist.
Ingredients
- 7 quarts plain popped corn
- 2 cups slivered almonds (or other nuts)
- 2 cups packed brown sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pop the corn as per package instructions and place it in a large mixing bowl.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup, stirring until it boils. Boil for exactly 1 minute without stirring.
- Remove from heat and stir in salt, baking soda, vanilla extract, and optional cayenne pepper.
- Pour the caramel sauce over the popcorn and fold gently to coat evenly.
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C) and spread the coated popcorn onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Allow cooling completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added crunchiness, ensure even baking by stirring regularly. Experiment with various nuts like cashews or pecans for different flavors.