Carnival Popcorn

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Cuisine: American

Carnival popcorn is a sweet, crunchy treat with caramel and peanuts, perfect for parties, carnivals, or a nostalgic snack enjoyed by all ages.

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Ingredients

  • 2 qt. popped popcorn
  • 2 c. brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 c. white corn syrup
  • 1 c. margarine or butter
  • 6 oz. roasted peanuts

Instructions

  1. Cook the brown sugar, white corn syrup, and margarine or butter over medium heat until the mixture boils and reaches the desired caramel consistency.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the popped popcorn and roasted peanuts.
  3. Pour the hot caramel mixture over the popcorn and peanuts, stirring gently to coat evenly.
  4. Spread the coated popcorn onto a baking sheet to cool and set before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

461 kcal 23% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.6g 13% DV
Total Fat 28.1g 36% DV
Carbs 48.4g 18% DV
Fiber 5.8g 21% DV
Sugar 25g 50% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 480.8mg 21% DV
Potassium 143mg 3% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1.8mcg
Calcium 38mg 3% DV
Iron 1mg 6% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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