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Churro Style Caramel Corn

This Churro Style Caramel Corn is the perfect sweet treat for any occasion! Makes a great homemade gift for family and friends too.
Course Appetizer, Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword caramel corn recipe, disney copycat recipe, easy caramel corn, homemade caramel corn
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6
Author Jenny
Cost $15

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • Microwave
  • large saucepan
  • mixing spoon
  • baking sheet to cool popcorn
  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups

Ingredients

  • 3.29 ounce bag microwave popcorn or 9 cups popped popcorn
  • 2 sticks salted butter
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Pop popcorn according to package directions, remove all unpopped kernels and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • Place 2 sticks of butter in a large saucepan over medium low heat, stirring until melted. Add brown sugar, stirring continuously until mixture starts to boil. Once it starts to boil, stop stirring and let boil for 4 minutes. Remove from heat and add baking soda, vanilla and ground cinnamon stirring continuously for another minute. Pour over popped popcorn and stir to coat all pieces. Transfer to a large baking sheet to cool. Serve room temperature in a large serving bowl or individual bags.