Dad'S Caramel Corn

Name: Dad'S Caramel Corn
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 to 4 qt. popped corn; 1 c. peanuts; 1/2 c. butter or margarine; 1 c. firmly packed brown sugar; 2 Tbsp. white corn syrup; 2 Tbsp. light molasses; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. cinnamon; 1/4 tsp. nutmeg; 1 Tbsp. water

Eats Now Editorial Team · 855 kcal · General

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Dad'S Caramel Corn – a delicious recipe with corn, peanuts, butter, brown sugar, white corn syrup, light molasses. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

3 to 4 qt. popped corn
1 c. peanuts
1/2 c. butter or margarine
1 c. firmly packed brown sugar
2 Tbsp. white corn syrup
2 Tbsp. light molasses
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1 Tbsp. water

1
Combine popcorn and nuts in a large container and keep warm in a 250u00b0 oven.
2
In a 2-quart saucepan, melt butter.
3
Stir in remaining ingredients.
4
Cook to 290u00b0 on candy thermometer (hard-crack stage).
5
Slowly pour over popcorn and nuts, stirring to coat.
6
Spread mixture in buttered 15 1/2 x 10 1/2-inch jelly roll pan.
7
Return to 250u00b0 oven for 20 minutes.
8
Stir after 10 minutes.
9
Cool and break in pieces.

855

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 to 4 qt. popped corn, 1 c. peanuts, 1/2 c. butter or margarine, 1 c. firmly packed brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Dad'S 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
855 kcal
Category
General

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