Nutty Popcorn

Get ready to elevate your snack game with this irresistible Nutty Popcorn recipe! Perfectly popped kernels are coated in a luscious homemade caramel sauce and mixed with crunchy almonds, cashews, or your choice of nuts for a sweet, salty, and buttery treat. The recipe combines simplicity with indulgence, starting with quick prep and finishing with a slow bake to achieve that signature, crispy texture. A touch of vanilla and a hint of salt balance the flavors beautifully, making this snack perfect for movie nights, parties, or gifting. Plus, you can customize the nut blend to match your taste! Whether served fresh or stored for up to a week, this caramel-drenched Nutty Popcorn will keep everyone coming back for more.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup popcorn kernels
• 2 tablespoons neutral oil (like vegetable or canola oil)
• 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, peanuts, or your choice)
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon baking soda

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot with a lid over medium heat and add the oil.

Step 2

Place 2-3 popcorn kernels into the pot and cover. Once those kernels pop, add the rest of the popcorn kernels to the pot and quickly cover again.

Step 3

Shake the pot occasionally to prevent burning and allow all kernels to pop. Once the popping slows to around 2 seconds between pops, remove from heat.

Step 4

Transfer the popped popcorn to a large, heatproof mixing bowl and remove any unpopped kernels.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Add the mixed nuts to the bowl with the popcorn and gently stir to combine.

Step 7

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and let it boil for 3 minutes without stirring.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will bubble slightly.

Step 9

Pour the caramel sauce over the popcorn and nuts. Use a spatula to gently but thoroughly toss everything until evenly coated.

Step 10

Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.

Step 11

Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coating and crunchiness.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let the nutty popcorn cool completely on the baking sheet. It will crisp up as it cools.

Step 13

Once fully cooled, break into clusters if necessary and serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	363.3 grams (363.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1912

Total Fat 138.30g	177%
Saturated Fat 38.30g	191%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 1422mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate 160.70g	58%
Dietary Fiber 15.50g	55%
Total Sugars 103.40g
Protein 26.40g	53%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 198mg	15%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 1002mg	21%

*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: 62.5%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 32.3%