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Brown bowl filled with caramel corn on a white plate.
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Homemade Caramel Corn

A healthier version of the sweet, sticky popcorn treat!
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword Gluten-Free, Healthy, Nut-free
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cool Time: 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 78kcal
Author Lauren Goslin

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup unpopped organic popping corn
  • 3 Tablespoons maple syrup
  • 3 Tablespoons butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • ⅛ teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

  • Pop your corn how you like (I use an air popper).
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
  • In a medium saucepan, heat the butter (and/or oil) and maple syrup; stir briefly to mix.
  • Bring the two ingredients to a low boil and let it bubble for a solid minute; don't stir during this time.
  • Immediately pour the mixture over the corn and stir to coat. Add salt to your liking at this time.
  • Spread the popcorn onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, and bake for 5-10 minutes or until golden.
  • Remove the pan and allow the caramel corn to cool for 5-10 minutes (this is when it really crisps up, so don't skip this step!).

Notes

Nutrition facts based on using butter.
Weight Watchers points: 4

Nutrition

Calories: 78kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 5.8g | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 6g