Glazed Popcorn for Charishma

Indulge in the sweet and buttery crunch of "Glazed Popcorn for Charishma," a delightful treat that's perfect for movie nights, parties, or a special homemade snack. This recipe combines freshly popped popcorn with a rich, golden caramel glaze made from brown sugar, light corn syrup, and a touch of vanilla for irresistible flavor. The magic happens with a quick boil of the glaze and a sprinkle of baking soda, creating a light, airy coating that evenly envelops each kernel. Ready in just 25 minutes and yielding enough to serve four, this easy-to-follow recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet snack. Serve it straight from the baking sheet for a warm, gooey treat or store it for a crunchy dessert later—either way, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 30/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Popcorn kernels
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Light corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add 2-3 kernels of popcorn to the pot and cover with a lid.

Step 2

Once the test kernels pop, add the remaining popcorn kernels to the pot in an even layer. Cover with the lid and reduce the heat to medium.

Step 3

Shake the pot occasionally to ensure even popping, and remove it from heat as soon as the popping slows to 1-2 seconds between pops. Transfer the popped popcorn to a large mixing bowl, discarding any unpopped kernels.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and corn syrup until fully combined.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer, without stirring, for about 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.

Step 6

Remove the caramel from heat and carefully stir in the vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. The mixture will bubble up slightly; continue stirring until smooth.

Step 7

Quickly pour the caramel glaze over the popped popcorn. Use a large spatula to toss and coat the popcorn evenly with the glaze.

Step 8

Spread the glazed popcorn onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring it forms a single layer.

Step 9

Let the popcorn cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, break apart any large clusters and serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	345.8 grams (345.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1554

Total Fat 76.40g	98%
Saturated Fat 32.00g	160%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 966mg	42%
Total Carbohydrate 224.00g	81%
Dietary Fiber 7.50g	27%
Total Sugars 186.00g
Protein 6.40g	13%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 138mg	11%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 378mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.7%

Protein: 1.6%

Carbs: 55.7%