Caramel Corn Clusters

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Caramel Corn Clusters
60 min.
12
597kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful snack that's perfect for gatherings or a cozy movie night at home, look no further than these irresistible Caramel Corn Clusters! This vegetarian and gluten-free treat combines the satisfying crunch of freshly popped popcorn with the sweetness of homemade caramel. With just an hour of your time, you can whip up a batch that serves 12 guests, making it ideal for parties or family get-togethers.

The heavenly aroma of melting butter and bubbling caramel fills your kitchen as you create this deliciously addictive munchie. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors, featuring the nutty crunch of salted peanuts perfectly melded with the sweet caramel coating and fluffy popcorn. What’s more, this recipe yields a generous amount of clusters—597 calories per serving—but every bite is worth the indulgence!

Imagine the joy on your friends' faces as they enjoy the fusion of sweet and salty flavors. Whether it’s served as an appetizer, a snack, or part of your antipasti spread, these Caramel Corn Clusters will surely be the star of the show. So grab your favorite cooking tools and get ready to treat yourself and your loved ones to a batch of this delightful, homemade sweetness!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup plus light
  • 5.5 cups brown sugar light packed
  • 0.3 cup popcorn kernels 
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • oz roasted peanuts salted
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • pot
  • baking pan
  • wooden spoon
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Heat oil with 3 kernels in a 3-quart heavy saucepan, covered, over moderate heat until 1 or 2 kernels pop.
  2. Remove lid and quickly add remaining kernels, then cook, covered, shaking pan frequently, until kernels stop popping, about 3 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and uncover.
  4. Line bottom of a large shallow baking pan with foil. Lightly oil foil. Melt butter in a 6-quart heavy pot over moderate heat.
  5. Add brown sugar and corn syrup and bring to a boil over moderate heat, stirring, then boil, without stirring, until syrup registers 300°F on thermometer, 8 to 10 minutes.
  6. Remove pot from heat.
  7. Using a wooden spoon or a heatproof spatula, stir salt and baking soda into syrup, then quickly stir in peanuts and popcorn to coat. Immediately spread mixture in baking pan as thinly and evenly as possible. Cool completely, then break into bite-size pieces.

Nutrition Facts

Calories597kcal
Protein2.58%
Fat23.14%
Carbs74.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.58
Glycemic Load
2.07
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.1226087406926%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:596.71kcal
29.84%
Fat:15.96g
24.55%
Saturated Fat:6.13g
38.29%
Carbohydrates:115.27g
38.42%
Net Carbohydrates:113.64g
41.32%
Sugar:108.77g
120.85%
Cholesterol:20.34mg
6.78%
Sodium:280.49mg
12.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.01g
8.01%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.37%
Calcium:99.94mg
9.99%
Vitamin B3:1.95mg
9.76%
Magnesium:34.86mg
8.71%
Potassium:240.7mg
6.88%
Copper:0.14mg
6.87%
Phosphorus:65.64mg
6.56%
Fiber:1.63g
6.52%
Iron:1.13mg
6.26%
Folate:19µg
4.75%
Vitamin A:236.36IU
4.73%
Vitamin K:4.83µg
4.6%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.25%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.05%
Selenium:2.29µg
3.27%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.26%
Zinc:0.46mg
3.09%
Vitamin E:0.42mg
2.77%
Source:Epicurious