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Buttery caramel popcorn in glass jars.

Easy Microwave Caramel Corn

Soft baked bread with golden crust on a rustic wooden board, perfect for breakfast or sandwiches.BakedBree
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Course Appetizers & Snacks
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup butter
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup syrup like maple or pancake syrup
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 cups popped popcorn plain

Instructions
 

  • Pour the butter, brown sugar, syrup, and salt into a microwave-safe glass container.
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  • Microwave the sugar mixture on high for 2 minutes, then stir with a wooden spoon.
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  • Microwave it again for 90 seconds, and stir again.
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  • Stir in the baking soda and vanilla extract. The mixture should become bubbly and lighter in color.
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  • Put the popcorn in a large bowl and pour the caramel sauce over the popcorn. Stir thoroughly to completely coat the popcorn.
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Nutrition

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 327mgFiber: 2g
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