Caramel Almond Popcorn

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13

Caramel Almond Popcorn - A Perfect Addition to Your Movie Night

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

580

Sugar

48g

Fat

34g

Caramel Almond Popcorn is a sweet and savory snack that's perfect for any occasion. The combination of crunchy popcorn and whole almonds coated in a rich caramel sauce creates a delicious flavor explosion in your mouth. This snack is easy to make and can be customized to your liking by adding your favorite spices or toppings. It's a great addition to your movie night or a cozy night in with your loved ones. Everyone will love this crowd-pleasing snack!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 250°F.
2.	In a large pot, combine popcorn and almonds.
3.	In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, and corn syrup.
4.	Cook and stir over medium heat until butter is melted.
5.	Bring to a boil; cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6.	Remove from the heat.
7.	Stir in vanilla and baking soda.
8.	Pour over popcorn mixture; stir to coat evenly.
9.	Transfer to two greased 15x10x1-inch baking pans.
10.	Bake for 40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
11.	Spread on waxed paper to cool.

PROS

Caramel Almond Popcorn is a delicious snack that satisfies your sweet and savory cravings at the same time.
It’s a perfect addition to your movie night or a gathering with friends and family.
It’s easy to make and can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

CONS

This snack is high in sugar and calories, and it’s important to not make it a part of your daily diet.
You should also be careful if you have nut allergies as it contains whole unblanched almonds, which can trigger allergic reactions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high calorie and sugar content, this snack has some health benefits. Almonds are rich in healthy fats, protein, and fiber, and they can help lower cholesterol levels, reduce the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Popcorn is also a good source of fiber and has fewer calories than other snack options like chips or pretzels.

	10 cups warm freshly popped popcorn
	2 cups whole unblanched almonds
	1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
	1/2 cup unsalted butter
	1/4 cup light corn syrup
	2 teaspoons vanilla
	1/4 teaspoon baking soda