Description
Candy popcorn is a delightful treat that combines crunchy popcorn with a sweet, glossy candy coating. This easy-to-make snack is perfect for movie nights, parties, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. With its vibrant colors and irresistible flavor, candy popcorn transforms any occasion into a fun celebration. Gather your friends, customize your toppings, and enjoy this nostalgic snack that evokes laughter and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup popcorn kernels (air-popped)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ tsp salt
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn using an air popper or stovetop until you have about 10 cups of fluffy popcorn. Remove any unpopped kernels.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter; then add the sugar and salt. Stir continuously for about 4-5 minutes until bubbling.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and food coloring if desired.
- Pour the hot candy mixture over the popped corn in a large bowl; gently fold until evenly coated.
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C). Spread coated popcorn onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Allow to cool completely before breaking into clusters and store in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg