Delicious Caramel Popcorn: Easy Recipe Without Corn Syrup
Enjoy this delightful caramel popcorn recipe that avoids using corn syrup, making it a healthier yet delicious treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn kernels and place them in a large bowl.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, butter, water, and salt. Cook over medium heat until it reaches a boil.
- Let it boil without stirring for 4-5 minutes or until it turns a golden color.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and baking soda.
- Quickly pour the caramel over the popped popcorn and mix well.
- Spread the popcorn onto a baking sheet and allow it to cool before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding nuts or a sprinkle of sea salt after coating the popcorn.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg