Why Make This Recipe
Harvest Caramel Corn is a fun and tasty treat that brings the flavors of fall right to your home. It’s perfect for movie nights, gatherings, or just a special snack. With the combination of salty popcorn and sweet caramel, plus delightful candy mix-ins, it satisfies every craving. Making this recipe is easy, and it’s a great way to get everyone in the kitchen!
How to Make Harvest Caramel Corn
Ingredients:
- 10 cups of Popped Popcorn
- Salt (to taste)
- 1 cup Butter (Sweet Cream Salted)
- 1 cup Light Brown Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
- Mini Rolos or Regular Rolos
- M&M Candy (Brown, Yellow, Red, Orange, Pretzel M&M’s)
Directions:
- Start by preparing 10 cups of popcorn. You can pop it on the stove or use an air-popper or microwave. Just make sure to remove any un-popped kernels—nobody wants to bite down on one!
- Once the popcorn is popped, sprinkle it with salt to enhance that sweet and salty flavor.
- In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, melt 1 cup of butter.
- Add in 1 cup of light brown sugar and mix well with the melted butter.
- Keep stirring and bring the mixture to a low boil. Let it boil for 4 minutes without stirring.
- After 4 minutes, add the vanilla and stir for another minute.
- Remove the caramel mixture from the heat and quickly stir in the baking soda. This will make the caramel bubble and change color—this is what you want!
- Slowly pour about a third of the caramel mixture over the salted popcorn, gently folding it in. Continue adding the caramel gradually, stirring well with each addition until the popcorn is fully coated.
- Now, mix in your candy! We like to add Rolo candy and Pretzel M&M’s, along with regular M&M’s.
- Spread the popcorn out on a cookie sheet lined with aluminum foil or a Silpat liner.
- Let it cool, and sprinkle with your candy mix-ins. Your Harvest Caramel Corn is now ready to serve!
How to Serve Harvest Caramel Corn
Serve Harvest Caramel Corn in bowls for easy snacking. It makes a great treat for parties or movie nights. You can also package it in bags for a fun gift!
How to Store Harvest Caramel Corn
Keep your Harvest Caramel Corn in an airtight container. It will stay fresh for about a week. Make sure it’s completely cool before sealing it up to keep it crispy.
Tips to Make Harvest Caramel Corn
- Ensure all un-popped kernels are removed for a safe and enjoyable treat.
- Don’t skip the salt! It balances the sweetness perfectly.
- To make mixing easier, work with the caramel while it’s warm.
Variation
You can try adding different candies or nuts to your Harvest Caramel Corn. Some people like adding peanuts or cashews for an extra crunch!
FAQs
Q: Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
A: Yes! You can prepare your Harvest Caramel Corn a day in advance. Just store it in an airtight container.
Q: What if I don’t have Mini Rolos?
A: If you don’t have Mini Rolos, any chocolate candy or your favorite caramel candy works well.
Q: Is there a way to make it healthier?
A: You can use air-popped popcorn without butter and reduce the sugar for a lighter version.
