Salted Chocolate Caramel Popcorn Recipe

Name: Salted Chocolate Caramel Popcorn
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups Popped Popcorn (for 6 Cups Popped You'll Need About 5 Tablespoons Unpopped); 4 Tablespoons Butter; 1/2 cups Brown Sugar; 2 Tablespoons Light Corn Syrup; 1/4 teaspoons Salt; ⅛ teaspoons Baking Soda; 1/4 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract; ⅓ cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips; Sea Salt, to taste; Chocolate Chips, For Garnish

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 250 F. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil; set aside.
2
Remove any un-popped kernels from the popped corn.
3
Place the popped popcorn in a large bowl; set aside.
4
Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
5
Then add brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt; stir until it starts to boil.
6
Let it boil for 2 minutes without stirring.
7
Remove pan from heat.
8
Mix in baking soda and vanilla; mix until thoroughly combined.
9
Pour the syrup over the popcorn, stirring to coat.
10
Add in chocolate chips and mix with a wooden spoon until chocolate is melted and thoroughly combined.
11
Spread popcorn over prepared baking sheet.
12
Bake for 30 minutes.
13
Remove pan from the oven, sprinkle popcorn with sea salt and let it cool.
14
Garnish with chocolate chips if desired, and serve.

599

kcal

Calories

Fat

105

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.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups Popped Popcorn (for 6 Cups Popped You'll Need About 5 Tablespoons Unpopped), 4 Tablespoons Butter, 1/2 cups Brown Sugar, 2 Tablespoons Light Corn Syrup, and more.

Yes, Salted Chocolate Caramel Popcorn 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Salted Chocolate Caramel Popcorn

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions