Oven Popcorn

Prep: 10 min Cook: 60 min Cuisine: American

Oven popcorn offers a sweet, caramel-like coating with rich flavors that are perfect for sharing at parties or cozy gatherings. The combination of brown sugar, vanilla, and a hint of soda creates a crunchy, addictive treat suitable for all ages who love homemade snacks with a caramel twist.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white corn syrup
  • 2 sticks oleo
  • 1 teaspoon soda
  • 1/2 dishpan popped corn
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Stir the brown sugar, white corn syrup, oleo, soda, and vanilla together in a saucepan over medium heat until well combined and the oleo is melted.
  2. Gradually pour the hot mixture over the popped corn, stirring constantly to coat evenly.
  3. Transfer the coated popcorn to a preheated 250°F oven.
  4. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coating and prevent burning.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

296 kcal 15% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.8g 8% DV
Total Fat 1.5g 2% DV
Carbs 63.1g 23% DV
Fiber 20.4g 73% DV
Sugar 27.4g 55% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 110.5mg 5% DV
Potassium 147.8mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 4.5mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 13mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 0.2mg
Calcium 54.3mg 4% DV
Iron 1.6mg 9% DV

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

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