Appetizer for 16
Chewy Caramel Corn
Popped popcorn is covered with a short-boiled brown sugar caramel and cooled until lightly chewy.
$2.75for 4 servings
$0.69 per serving$2.75 for 4
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- 15 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 16servings as written
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 2 oz | $0.80Typical price |
| Chips, pretzels, popcorn$0.22/oz typical | 32 oz | $7.04Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $11.00 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Syrups, molasses, powdered sugarSalt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 4 quarts 16 cups popped popcorn
Steps
- Place the popped popcorn in a large heatproof bowl.
- Cook the brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, and salt in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat for 4 minutes, stirring often.
- Pour the hot caramel over the popcorn and toss for 2 minutes until coated.
- Spread the caramel corn in a single layer and cool for 8 minutes.
Swaps
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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