The Best Amish Caramel Popcorn Recipe
Amish Caramel corn is a sweet and delicious treat that's great for the holidays or to eat anytime you're craving a sweet snack. Popped corn coated with caramel.
Prep Time 35 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 40 minutes mins
Course Snacks
Cuisine Amish
Servings 18 servings
Calories 349 kcal
8 - 10 qt. plain popped corn (depending on how well you want it covered with caramel) 1 c. butter 2 sticks 2 c. brown sugar 1/2 c. light corn syrup 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1 c. peanuts (optional)
Pop the popcorn and measure into large greased bowl or roast pan.
8 - 10 qt. plain popped corn
Add peanuts on top.
1 c. peanuts (optional)
In a large saucepan, melt butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Add salt. Bring to boil, and cook for 5 minutes.
2 c. brown sugar, 1/2 c. light corn syrup, 1 c. butter, 1 tsp. salt
Remove from the heat and add baking soda. It will puff up momentarily, so make sure to use a big enough pan. Stir well.
1/2 tsp. baking soda
Immediately pour the sauce over the popcorn and stir to cover all the pieces.
Place onto 2 large, greased cookie sheets or a large roast pan.
Bake at 250° for 1 hour, uncovered. Stir about halfway through.
Cool and break apart. Store in an airtight container.
You will need approximately 1 1/4 c. unpopped kernels.
*Nutrition is approximate.
Serving: 1 serving Calories: 349 kcal Carbohydrates: 45 g Protein: 5 g Fat: 18 g Saturated Fat: 8 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 3 g Monounsaturated Fat: 6 g Trans Fat: 1 g Cholesterol: 28 mg Sodium: 253 mg Potassium: 181 mg Fiber: 3 g Sugar: 31 g Vitamin A: 328 IU Calcium: 41 mg Iron: 1 mg
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