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Amish Caramel Corn Recipe

Amish Caramel Corn Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful Amish Caramel Corn Recipe, a perfect blend of crunchy popcorn and rich caramel. This easy-to-make treat is ideal for movie nights, parties, or as a sweet snack at home. With its buttery flavor enhanced by slivered almonds, every bite takes you on a nostalgic journey. Plus, it’s simple to customize with your favorite nuts or spices! Get ready to whip up this classic snack that everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

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  • 7 quarts plain popped corn
  • 2 cups slivered almonds or any preferred nuts
  • 2 cups packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup light corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Dash of cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pop the popcorn according to the package instructions and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Stir in unsalted butter until melted, then bring to a boil without stirring for about 4-5 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and carefully mix in baking soda, vanilla extract, and optional cayenne pepper.
  4. Pour the caramel sauce over the popcorn and mix gently until evenly coated.
  5. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and spread the popcorn mixture onto a baking sheet.
  6. Bake for about 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes for even coating.
  7. Allow cooling completely before breaking apart any clumps.

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