Cardamom Cayenne Cashew Caramel Corn Recipe

Name: Cardamom Cayenne Cashew Caramel Corn
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup popcorn; 3 tablespoons coconut or canola oil; 2 cups roasted and salted cashew, chopped a bit; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 cup water; 2 cups light brown sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon cardamom; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 cup popcorn
3 tablespoons coconut or canola oil
2 cups roasted and salted cashew, chopped a bit
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup water
2 cups light brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1
Heat large heavy pan along with coconut or canola oil over medium-high heat. When hot, add popcorn, cover and shake until it stops popping. Dump into a large bowl and add cashews. Set aside.
2
Spray or butter two rimmed baking sheets. Spray a pair of rubber spatulas and set those aside as well. You want everything ready so you can work quickly once the caramel is ready.
3
Heat butter, water and sugar in heavy pan over medium-high heat until boiling, stirring frequently. Boil approximately 5 minutes, untouched. Remove from heat and add extract, salt, spices and baking soda, and stir vigorously. It will puff up into a froth. Pour over popcorn and cashews in bowl and toss quickly with prepared spatulas to thoroughly coat. Spread on prepared sheet pans. Let cool then break into chunks. Store in airtight container.

647

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup popcorn, 3 tablespoons coconut or canola oil, 2 cups roasted and salted cashew, chopped a bit, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Cardamom Cayenne Cashew Caramel Corn 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.

Cardamom Cayenne Cashew Caramel Corn

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