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a bowl full of Amish caramel popcorn with pieces scattered around the bowl.

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.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Course Snacks
Cuisine Amish
Servings 18 servings
Calories 349 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 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)

Instructions
 

  • 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.

Notes

You will need approximately 1 1/4 c. unpopped kernels.
*Nutrition is approximate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 349kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 253mgPotassium: 181mgFiber: 3gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 328IUCalcium: 41mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Amish Caramel Corn Recipe, Amish Christmas, How to make caramel corn
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