Soft and Chewy Caramel Popcorn
This is the best soft and gooey caramel popcorn. This recipe makes a super BIG batch, perfect for a crowd! If desired, feel free cut this recipe in half.
Ingredients
- 1 cuppopcorn kernels ((see notes))
- 1 cupunsalted butter
- 2 ½ cupslight or dark brown sugar
- 1 cuplight corn syrup
- 14 ozcan sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
Directions
- 1
You can pop popcorn per your preference (see recipe article for suggestions). I prefer to use a stovetop popper.
- 2
Line 2-3 large sheet pans with wax paper and top with popped popcorn.
- 3
Combine, the butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until butter is melted and mixture is smooth. Increase the heat to medium high and bring to a boil.
- 4
Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring constantly. The mixture should turn a darker color.
- 5
Remove from heat and add the sweetened condensed milk, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth. Pour caramel sauce over the popcorn and stir to evenly coat the popcorn (recruit a helper if needed!).
- 6
The caramel popcorn is best served immediately, but you can also store it in an airtight container for up to several days.