6 Minute Microwave Caramel Corn

1. 1

   Pour the popcorn and nuts in a large paper grocery bag. Be sure to pick out any unpopped kernels.

2. 2

   Place the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, salt and vanilla in a large microwave safe bowl. Microwave on high for 2 minutes. Stir, then microwave another 2 minutes, until boiling.

3. 3

   Immediately stir in the baking soda and pour over the popcorn in the bag. (The baking soda will cause the caramel to foam up.)

4. 4

   Fold the top of the paper bag over a couple times and shake well. Place the bag in the microwave and cook for 1 minute. Shake the bag vigorously again and microwave for 45-60 more seconds. Check at 45 seconds to make sure it's not burning.

5. 5

   Open the bag and pour the caramel corn out on waxed paper. Break up clumps if needed. Cool completely to harden.

6. 6

   Note: Every microwave is a little different. After the caramel corn cools completely, if it does not crisp up, put it back in the bag and microwave for another 30-45 seconds.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.