Microwave Caramel Popcorn

Indulge in the sweet, buttery goodness of Microwave Caramel Popcorn, an irresistibly crunchy treat that's ready in under 15 minutes! Perfect for movie nights or snack cravings, this quick recipe transforms simple ingredients—like popped popcorn, brown sugar, and butter—into a golden, caramel-coated delight. The magic happens in the microwave, where the caramel thickens and infuses the popcorn with rich, toffee-like flavor, while a touch of vanilla and baking soda adds the perfect finishing sweetness and texture. Easy to make and even easier to devour, this homemade caramel popcorn is the perfect balance of sweet and salty, delivering gourmet flavor right from your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:13 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 cups Popped popcorn (unsalted and unbuttered)
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Light corn syrup
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda

Directions

Step 1

Place the popped popcorn in a large, microwave-safe bowl. Make sure the bowl is large enough to allow for tossing the popcorn without spilling.

Step 2

In a separate medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt.

Step 3

Microwave the butter mixture on high for 1 minute, then stir to combine all ingredients.

Step 4

Microwave the mixture again on high for another 2-3 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until the mixture is bubbling and slightly thickened.

Step 5

Remove the mixture from the microwave and carefully stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam slightly—this is normal.

Step 6

Immediately pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn. Use a spatula to gently toss and coat the popcorn evenly with the caramel.

Step 7

Place the bowl of coated popcorn back in the microwave and cook on high for 1 minute.

Step 8

Remove the bowl, stir the popcorn thoroughly, and return it to the microwave for another 30 seconds. Repeat this process 2-3 times, or until the caramel sets and the popcorn is evenly coated.

Step 9

Spread the caramel popcorn onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool and harden for 5-10 minutes.

Step 10

Once cooled, break apart any large clumps and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	299.2 grams (299.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1294

Total Fat 54.40g	70%
Saturated Fat 29.60g	148%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 955mg	42%
Total Carbohydrate 198.60g	72%
Dietary Fiber 19.20g	69%
Total Sugars 100.30g
Protein 16.40g	33%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 89mg	7%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 529mg	11%

*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: 36.3%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 58.9%