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Irresistible Apple Cider Caramel Popcorn
Prep Time
15
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
50
minutes
minutes
Total Time
1
hour
hour
5
minutes
minutes
Servings
8
cups
Calories
250
Enjoy a sweet and crunchy treat with a hint of apple cider and caramel flavor, perfect for snacking or sharing.
Ingredients
Popcorn
0.5
cup
popcorn kernels, freshly popped
0.5
cup
apple cider, reduced for concentrated flavor
0.5
cup
unsalted butter, melted
1
cup
brown sugar, packed
0.25
cup
corn syrup
0.5
teaspoon
salt
0.25
teaspoon
baking soda
1
teaspoon
vanilla extract
Optional toppings
Chopped nuts
(optional)
Ground cinnamon
(optional)
Drizzle of white or dark chocolate
(optional)
Instructions
Pop the popcorn kernels in a large pot with oil, then transfer to a bowl.
Simmer apple cider until reduced by half, then set aside.
Cook butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt until boiling for 5 minutes.
Remove from heat, stir in reduced cider, baking soda, and vanilla.
Pour caramel over popcorn, toss, then bake at 250°F for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for freshness.
Calories:
250
kcal
Cost:
$15
Course:
Snack
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
popcorn