Puffed caramel corn –Caramel puff corn is a delightful treat that will take you back to the days of family movie nights, cozy gatherings, and festive celebrations. This easy and delicious recipe combines the best of sweet and crunchy to create a snack that everyone will love. Perfect for sharing, this caramel puff corn is sure to become a favorite in your household!
Puffed Caramel Corn
Let’s dive into the ingredients and instructions to whip up this delightful treat!
Ingredients:
- 10 cups of puff corn (or cheese puffs)
- 1 cup of unsalted butter
- 2 cups of packed brown sugar
- 1 cup of light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). This low temperature will help ensure that your caramel puff corn becomes perfectly crunchy.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the brown sugar and corn syrup. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Allow it to boil for 5 minutes without stirring.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully stir in the vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Be cautious as the mixture will bubble up when you add the baking soda!
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the puff corn with the caramel sauce. Gently stir until all the puff corn is coated evenly with the caramel mixture.
- Spread the coated puff corn onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure to spread it out in an even layer to ensure proper cooking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coverage and prevent burning.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool completely. Break apart any clumps and store in an airtight container.
Now, sit back, relax, and enjoy your homemade puffed caramel corn! Perfect for snack time, movie nights, or as a sweet gift for a neighbor. You won’t be able to stop at just one handful.
