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Easy Sweet Heat Caramel Corn Recipe from A Kitchen Addiction

We’re starting off the week on a sweet note! With a big bowl of caramel corn! We frequently snack on popcorn in the evenings when we want something to munch on.

While we usually just stick to the healthier varieties, every once in awhile we mix it up with caramel corn.

But now we won’t be satisfied with plain caramel corn, we’ll be wanting more of this sweet heat caramel corn! A perfect combination of sweet and spicy!

Sallys Candy Addiction Cookbook Review

This recipe comes from the talented Sally, of Sally’s Baking Addiction, and her new cookbook. Have you seen it yet? Sally’s Candy Addiction is full of tempting treats from truffles and caramels to marshmallows and brittles.

There is also a section filled with recipes that use some of your favorite candies. And one of my favorite parts of cookbooks? A helpful section containing cooking basics and essentials.

Sweet and Spicy Caramel Corn Recipe from A kitchen Addiction

When I got the cookbook, I did what I normally do when I can’t decide what to make. I handed the cookbook over to my husband and asked him what he wanted me to make.

He had as much trouble as I did deciding, but we eventually decided on this sweet heat caramel corn. It was a good choice!

Sweet Heat Caramel Corn Snack Recipe from A Kitchen Addiction

This caramel corn is easy to make, even if you’ve never made it before. The instructions were clear, and it wasn’t long before we were munching on this irresistible caramel corn that was the perfect blend of sweet and spicy.

If you make food gifts for the holidays, you’ll want to include this snack to any of your friends and family who love popcorn!

Want to win a copy of your own? Just leave a comment below to enter! Good Luck! (CLOSED)

Can’t wait to see if you win? Buy a copy here! This cookbook would make a great Christmas present for anyone who loves to spend time in the kitchen!

Sweet and Spicy Caramel Corn Recipe from A kitchen Addiction

Sweet Heat Caramel Corn

Yield: 10 Cups
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 8 Cups air-popped popcorn
  • 2 Cups salted peanuts
  • 1 Cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 Cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 Cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more if desired

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees Fahrenheit. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
  2. Toss the popcorn with peanuts in a very large bowl. Spread mixture onto prepared baking sheets.
  3. Combine brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, and salt in a 3-quart heavy-duty saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon until butter has melted. Bring to a boil while stirring occasionally. Allow to boil for 5 minutes without stirring.
  4. Remove from heat and quickly stir in the baking soda. The caramel will immediately foam and bubble. Give it a quick stir, then stir in the cayenne. If you like extra spice, add up to a 1/2 teaspoon.
  5. Pour the spiced caramel over the popcorn-peanut mixture and toss gently until all of the kernels are coated.
  6. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes. Allow to cool on the pans, then break apart large clusters, if desired.

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 371Total Fat: 24gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 300mgCarbohydrates: 36gFiber: 3gSugar: 26gProtein: 8g

Nutrition information shown is an estimate provided by an online calculator and may not always be accurate. It should not be considered a substitute for a medical professional’s advice.

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Category: Snacks

This recipe is used with permission from Sally’s Candy Addiction.

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Comments

  1. Our family loves fudge, well all desserts, but I haven’t been able to make a really good batch…ever! The prices at the local candy counter are ridiculous, but I guess that stops me from eating it by the fistful!

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  3. First of all I love cookbooks and one aabout candy will make my kids jump for joy. 🙂 Second, give me a large bowl of this yummy caramel corn and my remote and I’m a happy girl. 🙂

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  4. Mercy! If the caramel corn recipe is an indication of how tempting all the recipes are, I’m in BIG trouble! I love the combination of sweet and heat, so this absolutely is on my to make list for the holidays.

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  5. I just love cookbooks! I have so many that they fill up 3 cabinets full! Plus some 🙂 One can never have to many cookbooks I always say cause I collect them:) My husband and I, our 2 grown daughters and our 4 grandkids also love candy and fudge! I’m always in the kitchen a lot cause I love to cook and bake 🙂
    It would be a nice addition for Christmas!

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  6. My husband and I are big fans of caramel corn. He likes things hot to so I will be making this tonight!
    I’m sorry my finger got away from me and pushed the submit button before I could comment on the caramel corn 🙂

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  7. Oh wow. That caramel corn looks so good. I really enjoy cookbooks. I’m sure this would be a go to book for sweets.

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  18. LOVE sweet and salty snacks! This looks delicious. I will have to sub almonds for the peanuts but that won’t hurt one bit. Looking forward to making this snack.

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  23. This looks so addictingly yummy! I have been dying to get my hands on her lovely book. Perfect for the holiday homemade gift season!

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  25. I love popcorn, any kind of popcorn. I’m going to make this! Thanks!

    I would love to have this cookbook AND it IS my birthday………

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  31. We eat popcorn at night pretty regularly too! This is such a fabulous way to switch it up! I love anything spicy and sweet, but in caramel corn? WOWZA! I can imagine how delicious this tastes! It would make a great gift too! Pinned! Cheers! 🙂

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  40. This looks fantastic! Popcorn is our favorite snack to munch on! I love Sally’s new book and want to make everything including this popcorn 🙂

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  41. Yum yum yum, my tummy is rumbling just looking at that lovely popcorn! Sally’s blog is simply wonderful, and her baking addiction book is probably my most well used in the whole bookcase. I can’t wait to see what she has in store for us in her second book! Wonderful giveaway. Rosie xx

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  43. I love popcorn and it is my go to for late night snacking. This will definitely be on my agenda….VERY SOON! Thanks for a chance for this great giveaway.

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  48. I would love a big bowl of this popcorn right now, it looks amazing! Hoping to win a cookbook to tey out all of the recipes.

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  49. Awe, caramel corn reminds me of my childhood. It looks yummy! I can’t recall the last time I had some! I have several cookbooks, but not a single candy cookbook! Keeping my fingers crossed. ????????

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