Pumpkin Spice Caramel Popcorn
Pumpkin Spice Caramel Popcorn is the perfect fall treat that combines the cozy flavors of pumpkin spice and sweet caramel with fluffy popcorn. Ideal for movie nights or gatherings, this delightful snack is quick to prepare and sure to impress anyone who tries it. With its irresistible crunch and golden-brown hue, it encapsulates the warmth of autumn in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup popcorn kernels
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup light corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn using your preferred method until you have approximately ten cups. Place in a large bowl, ensuring no unpopped kernels remain.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in brown sugar and corn syrup; cook until bubbly (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and quickly mix in pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Pour the caramel sauce over popped popcorn, tossing gently to coat evenly.
- Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C). Spread coated popcorn on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for one hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Allow to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg