Description
Harvest Caramel Corn is a quick and irresistible snack that combines crunchy popcorn with rich homemade caramel and festive candies. Perfect for fall gatherings, movie nights, or Thanksgiving dessert tables, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of buttery sweetness and salty crunch in every bite. Best of all, it comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an easy go-to treat when you need something delicious fast.
Ingredients
- 10 cups popped popcorn
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup salted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- Mini Rolos or regular Rolos
- M&M candies (brown, yellow, red, orange)
- Pretzel M&M’s
Instructions
- Pop 10 cups of popcorn and remove all unpopped kernels
- Place popcorn in a large bowl and salt to taste
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat
- Add brown sugar and stir until combined
- Bring mixture to a low boil while stirring
- Let boil for 4 minutes without stirring
- Add vanilla and stir for 1 minute
- Remove from heat and add baking soda, stirring until foamy
- Pour caramel gradually over popcorn, mixing gently
- Continue until popcorn is fully coated
- Spread popcorn onto a lined baking sheet
- Allow to cool slightly
- Sprinkle candies over the top
- Let cool completely before serving
Notes
Serve in large bowls for sharing at parties or package into small bags for gifts
Add candies after the popcorn cools slightly so they don’t melt too much
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
Keep in a cool, dry place to maintain crunch
Avoid refrigeration as it can make the caramel sticky
If popcorn softens, re-crisp it in the oven at low heat for a few minutes