Deluxe Caramel Corn

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Ingredients

  • 4 quarts plain popped popcorn
  • 5 cups miniature pretzels
  • 2 cups packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup dark corn syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup salted peanuts
  • 2 cups non-chocolate candies (gumdrops, Skittles, etc.)

Instructions

  1. Place popcorn and pretzels in a large bowl, set aside.
  2. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt, cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture comes to a rolling boil.
  3. Cook and stir until candy thermometer reads 238°F (soft-ball stage).
  4. Remove from heat, stir in baking soda.
  5. Quickly pour over popcorn and mix thoroughly, stir in peanuts.
  6. Turn into two greased 9x13 inch baking pans.
  7. Bake at 200°F for 20 minutes.
  8. Stir.
  9. Bake 25 minutes longer.
  10. Remove from oven, add candy and mix well.
  11. Remove from pans and place on waxed paper to cool.
  12. Break into clusters.
  13. Store in airtight containers or plastic bags.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

662 kcal 33% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.6g 17% DV
Total Fat 33.7g 43% DV
Carbs 84.5g 31% DV
Fiber 6.2g 22% DV
Sugar 44g 88% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 16898mg 100% DV
Potassium 162.5mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1.8mcg
Calcium 49mg 4% DV
Iron 2.1mg 12% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Peanut

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

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

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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