How to Cook Sweetened Popcorn in Easy Steps

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Sweetened popcorn –Y’all, let me tell you about this absolutely delicious treat that’s gonna take your snacking game to a whole new level—Caramel Popcorn! If you love that buttery, sweet, and crunchy goodness, you’re in for a treat. Grab your ingredients, and let’s whip up some magic with this recipe that puts a twist on the traditional caramel popcorn by using sweetened condensed milk. You’ll be makin’ this over and over again!

Caramel Popcorn with Sweetened Condensed Milk

First up, let’s check out the ingredients you’ll need to make this scrumptious popcorn.

Delicious Caramel Popcorn

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup popcorn kernels
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Now that we got the ingredients ready, let’s roll up our sleeves and get to work!

Instructions:

  1. First, pop your popcorn kernels using your favorite method (air popper, stovetop, or microwave). Once they’re ready, place them in a large bowl and set aside.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once it’s melted, add the sugar and stirring constantly, let it come to a gentle boil. Keep stirring for about 5 minutes until it turns a golden color.
  3. Now, get ready to bring in that rich, creamy flavor! Stir in the sweetened condensed milk, baking soda, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix it well until everything is combined and smooth.
  4. Pour that beautiful caramel mixture over your popcorn, making sure to coat it evenly. Get your hands in there or use a spatula, but give it a good toss so all of that popcorn is covered in the tasty caramel.
  5. Spread the caramel-coated popcorn onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let it cool for about 30 minutes. You can break it apart into clusters or keep it as a big batch—whatever your heart desires.
  6. Once it’s cooled, it’s ready to be devoured! Perfect for movie nights, parties, or just a little self-care moment at home. Enjoy!

This caramel popcorn is the ultimate sweet and salty snack, and trust me, once you’ve had a taste, you’re not gonna want to share it with anyone. So go ahead, treat yourself and those you love to this delightful snack!