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Ridiculously Easy Pumpkin Pie Spiced Caramel Corn

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 12 cups
Calories 250
This delicious caramel corn combines pumpkin pie spices with a rich caramel coating, perfect for a sweet snack or holiday treat.

Ingredients

Popcorn

  • 16 cups popped popcorn (see instructions for popping method)
  • 0.75 cup butter (salted)
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup dark brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup corn syrup (not high fructose corn syrup)
  • 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions 

  • Line two 3-foot parchment paper pieces on a work surface.
  • Pop the popcorn and transfer 4 quarts to a large paper bag.
  • Combine butter, sugars, corn syrup, spices, and salt; microwave 2 min, stir, then microwave 1 min, repeat for 3 more minutes. Stir in vanilla and baking soda.
  • Pour caramel over popcorn in the bag, microwave 1 min, shake, repeat 3 times. Turn onto parchment and cool.
  • Store in an airtight container for 1-2 weeks.

Notes

Use fresh popcorn for best results and store in an airtight container.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Snack
Keyword: caramel, popcorn, Pumpkin Spice