Microwave Caramel Popcorn

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Microwave caramel popcorn is delicious and so easy to make at home with this recipe. Store in an airtight container.

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Microwave Caramel Popcorn in a black bowl
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
16
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 16 servings

  • 4 quarts popped popcorn

  • 1 cup brown sugar

  • ½ cup butter or margarine

  • ¼ cup light corn syrup

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

Directions

  1. Gather the ingredients.

    Microwave Caramel Popcorn ingredients on a marble counter

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  2. Place popped popcorn into a large brown paper bag.

    Popcorn in a paper bag

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  3. Combine brown sugar, margarine, corn syrup, vanilla, and salt in a microwave-safe bowl or dish. Microwave for 3 minutes, then stir until well blended. Microwave for another 1 1/2 minutes.

    Brown sugar, margarine, corn syrup, vanilla, and salt in a glass bowl

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  4. Remove brown sugar mixture from the microwave and stir in baking soda.

    Caramel with a spoon in a glass bowl

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  5. Pour over popcorn in the bag; fold the top edge of the bag once or twice to close, then shake to coat popcorn.

    Caramel on top of popcorn in a paper bag

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  6. Place the bag into the microwave and cook for 70 seconds. Shake the bag, flip over, and cook for 70 seconds more.

    Closed paper bag with popcorn

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  7. Pour popcorn out onto waxed paper and let cool until coating is set, 3 to 5 minutes.

    Microwave Caramel Popcorn on a parchment paper lined baking sheet

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

173 Calories
9g Fat
24g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 173
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 11%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Sodium 282mg 12%
Total Carbohydrate 24g 9%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 15g
Protein 1g 2%
Calcium 15mg 1%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 46mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.