Description
A festive and sweet treat, this green-tinted caramel popcorn brings the magic of St. Patrick’s Day to your snack table. Crispy, buttery, and perfectly sweet, this popcorn is an irresistible blend of crunch and flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 quarts popped popcorn
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter
- 8 to 10 drops green food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F and place the popped popcorn in a large roasting pan to keep warm.
- In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, brown sugar, water, corn syrup, vinegar, and salt. Stir over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer reads 260°F (hard-ball stage).
- Remove from heat and stir in butter until melted. Add the green food coloring and mix well.
- Drizzle the caramel mixture over the warm popcorn, tossing to coat evenly.
- Allow the popcorn to cool, then break it into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- For an extra festive touch, sprinkle in gold-colored edible glitter before the caramel sets.
- Use an oil-based green food coloring for a more vibrant color.
- Make sure to store in a cool, dry place to keep it crispy longer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Stovetop & Baking
- Cuisine: American, Holiday