Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 cups popped popcorn
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Special equipment needed:
- Large mixing bowl
- Saucepan
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 250°F.
2. Place the popped popcorn in a large mixing bowl.
3. In a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, unsalted butter, corn syrup, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil.
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda.
5. Pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn and stir until the popcorn is evenly coated.
6. Spread the popcorn out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Bake the popcorn for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
8. Remove the popcorn from the oven and let it cool completely.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 1 hour
Temperature:
Preheat the oven to 250°F.
Serving size:
This recipe makes 8 servings.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 270
Fat per serving: 14g
Carbohydrates per serving: 36g
Protein per serving: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use salted butter instead of unsalted butter, but reduce the amount of salt in the recipe to 1/4 teaspoon.
- You can use light corn syrup instead of regular corn syrup.
Variations:
- Add 1 cup of chopped nuts, such as pecans or almonds, to the popcorn before adding the caramel mixture.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon to the caramel mixture for a spiced flavor.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled popcorn for a chocolate-covered version.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to stir the caramel mixture constantly while it's cooking to prevent it from burning.
- Use a silicone spatula to stir the popcorn and caramel mixture together to prevent the popcorn from breaking.
Storage instructions:
Store the cooled popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat the popcorn, spread it out on a baking sheet and bake in a 250°F oven for 10 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the popcorn in a large bowl or individual bags.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle sea salt over the cooled popcorn for a salty-sweet flavor.
Pairings:
Serve the popcorn with a cold glass of milk or a hot cup of coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve the popcorn as a snack or dessert on its own.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the caramel mixture is too thick, add a tablespoon of water to thin it out.
- If the popcorn is too sticky, spread it out on a baking sheet and bake it in a 250°F oven for 10-15 minutes to dry it out.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to let the popcorn cool completely before storing it in an airtight container.
Food history:
Penuche is a type of fudge made with brown sugar and butter. This recipe combines the flavors of penuche with caramel and popcorn for a sweet and crunchy snack.
Flavor profiles:
This recipe has a sweet and buttery flavor with a crunchy texture.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the popcorn as a snack or dessert on its own, or as a party snack.
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Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Buttery, Caramelized, Crunchy