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Irresistible Salted Caramel Popcorn Clusters Recipe

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These Salted Caramel Popcorn Clusters are a delightful blend of sweet and salty, featuring fluffy popcorn coated in homemade salted caramel. Perfect for sharing or enjoying during a movie night, they are sure to satisfy any craving.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 10–12 cups of popped popcorn (about 1/2 cup of unpopped kernels)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt or flaky salt
  • a tiny pinch of baking soda

Instructions

  1. First things first, pop your popcorn. I usually air-pop about 1/2 cup of unpopped kernels, which yields roughly 10-12 cups of popped goodness.
  2. Once popped, transfer it to a very large heatproof bowl.
  3. Go through your popcorn and remove any unpopped kernels or large, hard pieces. Set this bowl aside.
  4. Prepare a large baking sheet (or two smaller ones) by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  5. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan (at least 3-quart size), combine your granulated sugar, unsalted butter, and a couple of tablespoons of water.
  6. Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.
  7. Once the sugar is dissolved, stop stirring. You can gently swirl the pan occasionally to ensure even cooking.
  8. Continue to cook the sugar mixture over medium heat until it reaches a rich, deep amber color, about 8-12 minutes.
  9. Once your caramel has reached that beautiful deep amber, immediately and carefully pour in your warm heavy cream while whisking constantly.
  10. Keep whisking until the cream is fully incorporated and the caramel is smooth.
  11. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and the baking soda.
  12. Quickly pour the warm caramel over the prepared popcorn in the large bowl.
  13. Using two large spatulas or spoons, gently but thoroughly toss the popcorn to coat it evenly with the caramel.
  14. While the popcorn is still warm, use your hands or two spoons to form individual clusters about 2-3 inches in diameter.
  15. Place each cluster onto your parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
  16. Immediately after forming each cluster, lightly sprinkle it with your flaky sea salt.
  17. Allow the Salted Caramel Popcorn Clusters to cool completely at room temperature for at least 30-60 minutes, or until the caramel is fully set and firm.

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Keywords: Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Be cautious with hot sugar, as it can cause severe burns. Work quickly when combining the popcorn and caramel to ensure even coating.

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