Microwave Caramel Popcorn is an old recipe from my Mother’s recipe box. I haven’t made it in years but decided this would be a good family treat for my kids’ families instead of commercial candy. It reminds of my childhood and trick or treating in the rural community, going from farmhouse to farmhouse. We would often get homemade goodies, far better than commercial candy. Those days are gone but we can treat our families!
Microwave Caramel Popcorn
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 stick butter
- 1/4 cup white karo
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 2-4 quarts of popped popcorn
DIRECTIONS:
- Pop the popcorn and place in a brown paper grocery bag.
- Combine all ingredients, except popped corn and baking soda, in a 1.5 to 2 quart microwave-safe bowl. Melt the butter and sugar together, stirring occasionally, then bring to a boil and cook on high for 2 minutes. Remove from the microwave and stir in baking soda.
- Pour the caramel over the popcorn. Close the bag and shake to coat the popcorn. You can also take a large spoon to stir to assure you get the popcorn coated.
- Close the bag and microwave on high for 1.5 minutes. Remove from the microwave and shake. Mine was done after 1.5 minutes but if you can add another 1-1.5 minutes if necessary.
- Pour the caramel corn into a cool baking sheet. Cool and break apart. Store in an airtight container.
My Mom’s recipe box
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