Name: Cinnamon Caramel Popcorn Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 10 cups plain popped popcorn (about 1/2 cup kernels); 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed; 1/4 cup light corn syrup (or honey); 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Description

Delight in the sweet and crunchy goodness of Cinnamon Popcorn, a perfect snack or dessert for any occasion. This recipe features lightly caramelized popcorn infused with warm cinnamon and a hint of vanilla, baked to a crisp for an irresistible treat that’s easy to make and sure to please.

Ingredients

Scale

Popcorn

10 cups plain popped popcorn (about 1/2 cup kernels)

Cinnamon Caramel Sauce

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup light corn syrup (or honey)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon baking soda

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the popped popcorn in a large mixing bowl, carefully removing any unpopped kernels to avoid unwanted bites.
Make the Caramel Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, ground cinnamon, and salt. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, cooking for 3 to 4 minutes while stirring constantly to ensure the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly.
Finish the Sauce: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam a bit, which helps create a lighter coating for the popcorn.
Coat the Popcorn: Immediately pour the warm cinnamon caramel over the popcorn. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to toss and coat all the popcorn evenly with the caramel sauce.
Bake the Popcorn: Spread the coated popcorn in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure an even coating and to prevent burning.
Cool and Serve: Remove the popcorn from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, break the popcorn into clusters and serve immediately or store for later enjoyment.

Notes

For extra flair, drizzle with white chocolate or add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a sweet-heat twist.
Store the popcorn in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 1 week.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Snack, Dessert
Method: Stovetop, Baking
Cuisine: American