Autumn Spiced Caramel Corn With Candy Drizzle

Name: Autumn Spiced Caramel Corn With Candy Drizzle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 cups popped popcorn about 1/2 cup unpopped kernels; 1 cup salted butter; 1 cup light brown sugar packed; 1/4 cup light corn syrup; 2 tablespoons molasses; 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 3/4 cup chopped pecans optional; 1 1/2 cups Ghirardelli Dark Melting Wafers

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 300u00b0 F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside. Pour popped popcorn into an extra large bowl.
2
In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, molasses and pumpkin pie spice. Bring mixture to a boil. Boil for 4 minutes without stirring. Remove pan from heat and stir in vanilla and baking soda.
3
Immediately pour caramel sauce over the popcorn and stir to evenly coat the popcorn. If desired, stir in pecans.
4
Pour caramel corn onto prepared baking sheets and spread into an even layer with a rubber spatula. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
5
Allow caramel corn to cool completely. Melt Ghirardelli Dark Melting Wafers according to package directions and drizzle candy coating over cooled caramel corn. Allow candy coating to set and break caramel corn into pieces before serving.

1599

kcal

Calories

Fat

243

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 cups popped popcorn about 1/2 cup unpopped kernels, 1 cup salted butter, 1 cup light brown sugar packed, 1/4 cup light corn syrup, and more.

Yes, Autumn Spiced Caramel Corn With Candy Drizzle falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!