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Caramel popcorn
Calories & nutrition facts
sugar syrup, fat free
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 381 kcal —
- Protein 2 g 4%
- Carbohydrate 88 g 32%
- Fat 1.4 g 2%
- Saturated fat 0.2 g 1%
- Fibre 2.5 g 9%
- Sugars 65 g —
- Sodium 286 mg 12%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 2 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.13 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 0.9 µg 1%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.04 mg 3%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.06 mg 4%
- Niacin (B3) 0.34 mg 2%
- Vitamin B6 0.05 mg 3%
- Folate (B9) 4 µg 1%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 12.6 mg 2%
Minerals
- Calcium 18 mg 1%
- Iron 0.8 mg 4%
- Magnesium 27 mg 6%
- Phosphorus 55 mg 4%
- Potassium 110 mg 2%
- Zinc 0.62 mg 6%
- Copper 0.14 mg 16%
- Selenium 3.6 µg 7%
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Questions about Caramel popcorn
How do you make caramel popcorn at home?
Pop the corn first, then boil butter and sugar into a caramel and stir it through while the popcorn is still warm. Spread it on a lined tray and bake at 120 °C for about 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until dry and crisp.
How do you stop caramel popcorn going sticky?
Bake the coated popcorn at a low temperature to dry the caramel, then let it cool completely on the tray before packing it away. Keep it in an airtight container; moisture in the air quickly makes the coating tacky.
How long does caramel popcorn keep, and how should you store it?
Once completely cool, store it in an airtight container at room temperature, away from heat and damp. It is usually at its best within a week; refrigeration can introduce moisture and soften the coating.
What goes well with caramel popcorn?
Serve it with plain popcorn for a sweet-and-salty mix, or add roasted peanuts or pretzels for crunch. It is also a familiar topping for ice cream and a popular cinema-style snack.
Can you make caramel popcorn with ready-popped popcorn?
Yes. Use plain, unseasoned popcorn so the caramel sticks evenly, and remove any unpopped kernels first. Fold the caramel through gently to avoid crushing the popped pieces.
Is caramel popcorn very different from plain popcorn nutritionally?
The caramel adds sugar, so a small handful is a sensible portion if you want a sweet snack. A 30 g portion provides 114 kcal and 19 g of sugars.
Why does homemade caramel popcorn sometimes turn chewy?
The caramel may not have cooked long enough, or the coated popcorn may not have dried fully in the oven. Spread it in a single layer and bake until the coating feels dry; allow it to cool before judging the crunch.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 5444 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
