Caramel Apple Monster Munch Recipe

Name: Caramel Apple Monster Munch
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/3 cup popcorn kernels; Nonstick cooking spray, for spraying the bowl and spatula; 1 cup salted cocktail peanuts; 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar; 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) unsalted butter; 1/4 cup light corn syrup; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups lightly crushed red and/or green apple chips

Servings: persons

1
Heat the oil in a large heavy-bottom pot over medium heat until very hot and shimmering.
2
Add the popcorn and immediately cover with a lid.
3
Shake the pot constantly, holding the lid on with a heatproof holder, until the popping starts, about 1 minute.
4
Reduce the heat to medium and continue to shake the pot until the popping slows to just a few per 5 seconds, 1 to 2 minutes more.
5
Remove from the heat and let stand for another minute to allow any last kernels to pop.
6
Spray a very large bowl with nonstick cooking spray.
7
Put the popcorn in the bowl and remove any unpopped kernels.
8
Add the peanuts.
9
Spray a rubber heatproof spatula with the cooking spray and place next to the bowl.
10
Combine the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt in a medium saucepan and set over medium heat.
11
Cook, stirring, until melted and the edges of the mixture begin to bubble.
12
Clip a candy thermometer to the pan so the bottom of the thermometer is resting in the sugar syrup but not touching the bottom of the pan.
13
Boil, stirring, until the thermometer registers 300 degrees F (the hard-crack stage), about 8 minutes.
14
Turn off the burner and add the vanilla.
15
Stir briefly--about 5 seconds--being careful not to burn yourself as the mixture bubbles up.
16
Immediately pour the caramel evenly over the popcorn and quickly stir with the prepared rubber spatula until the pieces are mostly separated, about 3 minutes.
17
Pull apart any larger clumps, being careful because the caramel will still be hot in spots.
18
Stir in the apple chips.
19
Cook's Note: Lightly spraying the measuring cup with cooking spray before measuring helps prevent the corn syrup from sticking.

675

kcal

Calories

Fat

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.

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: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1/3 cup popcorn kernels, Nonstick cooking spray, for spraying the bowl and spatula, 1 cup salted cocktail peanuts, and more.

Yes, Caramel Apple Monster Munch falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Caramel Apple Monster Munch

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