Salted Jersey Caramel Popcorn Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt until well combined.
• STEP 3.Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil for 4-5 minutes, or until the caramel thickens slightly.
• STEP 4.Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will bubble up, so be careful.
• STEP 5.Pour the caramel sauce over the popcorn and toss gently to coat evenly. Spread the coated popcorn onto the prepared baking sheet.
• STEP 6.Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even baking and caramelization.
• STEP 7.Remove the popcorn from the oven and sprinkle with sea salt while it's still warm. Allow it to cool completely before serving.
• STEP 8.Store the Salted Jersey Caramel Popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to stir the caramel sauce constantly while it's boiling to prevent it from burning.
• You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the popcorn for extra flavor and texture.
• For a spicier version, sprinkle some cayenne pepper or chili powder over the popcorn along with the sea salt.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the Salted Jersey Caramel Popcorn as a snack or dessert.
• You can also package it in decorative bags or jars to give as gifts.
• If the popcorn becomes slightly stale, you can refresh it by placing it in a preheated oven at 250°F (120°C) for a few minutes.