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Homemade Caramel Popcorn | Snack Time

12/06/2018 · Kelly Rowe · 26 Comments

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Homemade Caramel Popcorn — Easy and Delicious Snack!

Have you ever made Homemade Caramel Popcorn?  No?  Well, hopefully, you like it, because this is a recipe worth saving …and it’s a perfect munchie to have on hand.  Yum!

The BEST and easiest Homemade Caramel Popcorn recipe. Would you believe that you can make this caramel popcorn in the microwave in about TEN minutes? Yep! What are you waiting for? Recipe at livelaughrowe.comSnack Time!

This has been a favorite of mine for years, but this is not just any old caramel popcorn recipe.  So, there was this amazing caramel corn place called Johnson’s Popcorn on the boardwalk in Ocean City, NJ.  It’s world-famous!

And since we vacationed there every summer, it was something we always looked forward to.  My parents have even sent us ‘just because’ buckets over the years.  Woot!!

However, this homemade caramel popcorn recipe is a close competitor.  It is seriously one of the yummiest caramel corn recipes on the planet (yes, I may be a bit biased)! Growing up, this was always a treat and, believe it or not,  we typically only made it during the holidays.  Crazy, I know!

The BEST and easiest Homemade Caramel Popcorn recipe. Would you believe that you can make this caramel popcorn in the microwave in about TEN minutes? Yep! What are you waiting for? Recipe at livelaughrowe.comThis is a great year-round snack — perfect for parties, football games, poolside snacks, etc.  I remember my mom shaking that brown paper bag like it was yesterday.  Oh, the sweet memories!

I’ll never forget the first time I made this for my husband too.  If my memory serves me correctly, the first word out of his mouth was, “AWESOME.”

So, prepare to impress your friends, family, neighbors and/or co-workers.  This is sure to be a crowd-pleaser and snack food that you could make yearly weekly (wink wink).   I know my husband wouldn’t mind!

The BEST and easiest Homemade Caramel Popcorn recipe. Would you believe that you can make this caramel popcorn in the microwave in about TEN minutes? Yep! What are you waiting for? Recipe at livelaughrowe.comAnd in food news –> Popcorn lovers happen to be sweet on CARAMEL.  Woot woot.  So let’s learn how to Make Homemade Caramel Popcorn.  Enjoy.

Other delicious snack recipes you might enjoy:
Delicious Sriracha Snacks
Homemade Popcorn ‘n Peanuts
Healthy Homemade Granola
No-Bake Candied Pecans

The BEST and easiest Homemade Caramel Popcorn recipe. Would you believe that you can make this caramel popcorn in the microwave in about TEN minutes? Yep! What are you waiting for? Recipe at livelaughrowe.com
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Homemade Caramel Corn

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Ingredients

Popcorn

  • 16 cups of air-popped popcorn

Carmel Coating

  • 1 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Light Corn Syrup
  • 1/2 tsp. Baking Soda
  • 1 Stick of Butter
  • 1/2 tsp. Salt
  • 1 tsp. Vanilla

Instructions

  • Place popped corn in a large brown paper bag. 
  • Combine butter, corn syrup, sugar and salt in an 8 cup bowl. Microwave on high, 1-2 minutes or until it bubbles. Boil for 3 minutes, stirring after each minute. Add baking soda and vanilla, stir well, pour over popcorn.
  • Shake well, fold-down bag and microwave on high for 1 minute. Shake well. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Shake well. Microwave on high for 30 seconds. Shake well. Microwave on high for 30 seconds. 
  • Place on wax paper and let cool. Store in an airtight container!
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*This post was originally published November 28, 2012. 
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  1. Emily says

    11/28/2012 at 8:56 am

    How does the popcorn not burn being microwaved so long after its already popped? Looks great!

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      11/28/2012 at 10:06 am

      Hi Emily! I don’t know how, but it doesn’t. I think it’s because the of caramel coating and short amounts of time between the shaking. If you follow the directions as-is — you’ll have no worries! Enjoy!!

  2. TidyMom says

    11/28/2012 at 10:31 am

    Looks and sounds fabulous!

    Reply
  3. shoprubyjean says

    11/28/2012 at 3:30 pm

    Hi Kelly, Oh that looks so VERY yummy especially for this nursing Mamma 🙂 Yes, we had our Sweet baby!! I just posted her birth story, I would Love for you to stop in and see our Sweet little bundle 🙂
    Have a blessed day!
    Angelina

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      12/03/2012 at 9:14 pm

      Thank you, Angelina!! Aaaand, CONGRATULATIONS once again. So happy for you and your family. HUGS!

  4. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

    11/28/2012 at 8:24 pm

    Oh gosh. YES PLEASE.

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      12/03/2012 at 9:16 pm

      Ha! Ha! It’s addictive… deliciously addictive! 😉

  5. Melissa B says

    11/28/2012 at 10:30 pm

    oh my…! this looks so yummmy! now, Im hungry for Caramel Popcorn, ( saving this recipe! )

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      12/03/2012 at 9:17 pm

      Hi Melissa! Thanks so much. Let me know what you think when you give it a try 🙂 It’s deee-lish!

    • Melissa B says

      12/03/2012 at 9:21 pm

      I will let you know, Im sure it will be delicious!

  6. Annette Peel says

    12/27/2012 at 12:34 pm

    Kristine sent me your link for this recipe – now I owe both of you big time! I made a batch to give as gifts at our family Christmas party. I was sooo sad that only about a cup was leftover for me and hubby to eat! At his request (insistence)I will definitely make it again, soon. And you are right, it is so easy to make. Thanks for a new favorite recipe!

    Reply
    • Kelly says

      12/27/2012 at 1:06 pm

      Hi Annette! How fun that you made this recipe for your family 🙂 Easy means you can make it all the time {wink}. Happy Holidays to you and yours!! xo, Kelly

  7. Darby says

    01/12/2013 at 4:19 pm

    Yum. Can you possibly explain directions for those of us who don’t own a microwave?

    Reply
    • Kelly Rowe says

      03/05/2020 at 12:26 am

      Hi Darby. Unfortunately, I don’t have a recipe using anything other than the microwave. I wish I could be of more help. Cheers.

  8. Brittanyyyy says

    02/04/2013 at 7:02 am

    Can I do this in a popcorn popper on the stove top?? I LOVE caramel popcorn best!!

    Reply
    • Kelly Rowe says

      03/05/2020 at 12:25 am

      Hey there Britany. Unfortunately, I’ve never made this recipe in a popcorn popper or on the stovetop, so I can’t speak to that process. I don’t believe it’s possible, but you’re welcome to try. I wish I could be of more help. Cheers.

  9. Memoria says

    02/11/2013 at 10:44 am

    This is more like toffee, not caramel, but it still looks good!

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  10. Jackie says

    02/16/2013 at 11:06 pm

    I was hoping for directions on the stove top because I have no microwave…………It was nice of u to share ur recipe……I really wish I could try it…….it was going to be my first attempt at carmel corn!!:-)

    Reply
  11. JaneEllen says

    01/06/2014 at 10:54 pm

    My stars I can hardly wait to make this, sounds and looks so good. I love caramel corn something awful. This will be one of our favorites. Oh yummmy. Off to store tomorrow to get goodies to make this stuff. Glad you shared recipe. Happy week

    Reply
  12. mary m says

    12/07/2018 at 7:07 am

    You say boil for three minutes. Is that a continuation in the microwave or do you do it on the stove? Sounds wonderful. Sure will blow my WW points. lol Thanks.

    Reply
    • Kelly Rowe says

      03/05/2020 at 12:23 am

      Hi Mary. This entire recipe is made in the microwave. The caramel will bubble/boil quickly — so you’ll cook for three minutes, stirring every minute. Hope that helps. Cheers!

  13. Amit Sharma says

    12/12/2018 at 5:57 am

    Popcorn is my favorite snacks and I have made popcorn so many time. But this time I used your recipe and it was really different and delicious. Thanks for sharing the great taste.

    Reply
  14. Jennifer says

    04/19/2019 at 11:52 am

    This was just what I was looking for as I had been contemplating buying a bucket of Johnson’s – there’s is the absolute best we’ve ever bought online (we’re in Southern California – never been to real shop on the east coast).

    But, a couple questions about recipe – I’ve made twice. I’ve determined 16 cups popped corn equates to about 1/2 cup unpopped kernels. As recipe does not indicate either light or dark brown sugar or light or dark corn syrup, I used a mixture of both for each. To the paper bag, I alternated layers of the popcorn and caramel mixture but the corn still turned out splotchy – not a full coating on each kernel. Still, best tasting at a fraction of the cost from various retailers. Thanks – would appreciate an update and any further recommendations!

    Reply
    • Kelly Rowe says

      03/05/2020 at 12:21 am

      Hi Jennifer. I’ve never measured out the unpopped kernels. I just pop the popcorn until I have the 16 cups. I usually use light corn syrup. I’ve always placed all the popcorn in the bag, poured the caramel sauce over it and shaken well before placing it in the microwave. You really have to shake or gently stir the popcorn well throughout Step #3 to avoid splotches. I hope that helps. Sorry for any confusion in the directions… and for my delay in responding. Cheers!

  15. Rebecca says

    12/24/2022 at 7:22 am

    Thank you for all of your posts. Merry Christmas. ☃️

    Reply

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