Homemade Fiddle Faddle

Satisfy your sweet and salty snack cravings with this irresistible Homemade Fiddle Faddle! Made with freshly popped popcorn, crunchy salted peanuts, and a luscious caramel coating, this recipe is the ultimate treat for movie nights, parties, or gifting. The rich caramel is perfectly balanced with a touch of vanilla and a hint of salt, giving each bite a delightful complexity. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick bake time, this easy-to-make gourmet snack is a fun, nostalgic twist on a classic favorite. Whether you're indulging with family or sharing with friends, this crunchy, buttery concoction will have everyone reaching for more. Perfect for popcorn lovers and caramel enthusiasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup light corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup salted peanuts
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the popcorn kernels and cover the pot with a lid.

Step 2

Shake the pot occasionally to prevent burning, and remove from heat once the popping slows to 1-2 pops per second. Transfer popcorn to a large mixing bowl, ensuring unpopped kernels are discarded.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, then let it cook without stirring for 4-5 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the caramel mixture from the heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will bubble up slightly.

Step 6

Pour the caramel sauce evenly over the popcorn. Add the peanuts to the bowl and gently toss everything together with a spatula until the popcorn and peanuts are evenly coated.

Step 7

Spread the coated popcorn and peanuts onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven, stir gently, then bake for another 10 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the popcorn from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet. The caramel coating will harden as it cools.

Step 10

Once cool, break the Fiddle Faddle into bite-sized clusters and store in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	546.8 grams (546.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2628

Total Fat 153.00g	196%
Saturated Fat 44.70g	224%
Polyunsaturated Fat 39.10g
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 1442mg	63%
Total Carbohydrate 304.30g	111%
Dietary Fiber 21.20g	76%
Total Sugars 251.50g
Protein 47.30g	95%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 232mg	18%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 1496mg	32%

*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: 49.5%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 43.7%