![]() Caramel is easy but can be temperamental. (If you’re wondering why you need corp syrup, its purpose is to ensure the caramel doesn’t crystallise ie instead of turning into liquid, you end up with sugar grains. And after making dozens and dozens of batches with glucose, I am happy to report that glucose is a perfect substitute for corn syrup! I make caramel popcorn quite regularly (food gifting!) so I stock up on corn syrup when I visit the States. Not very much stuff!!įor those of you outside of the US and Canada who can’t get corn syrup, don’t fret. This caramel corn stays crispy for WEEKS! I’ve been there and done that, and it was many years before I discovered the secret to perfect, crispy, evenly coated caramel corn:īAKING SODA (aka bi-carbonate soda, or bi-carb for short) andīaking soda is the secret to an even, thin coating of caramel on the popcorn. When it’s added to the caramel, it makes it foam up so it increases in volume and makes it easier to coat the popcorn more evenly.Ĭoat popcorn evenly – initially, the caramel remelts so when you toss the popcorn, it coats the popcorn more evenly and thinly (thanks to the baking soda!) andĬrispy caramel and popcorn – during the 2nd half of baking time, the caramel and popcorn dries out, making the thin caramel coating AND popcorn super crisp. ![]() ![]() If you’ve ever made caramel popcorn and ended up with uneven globs of caramel on the popcorn which ends up stuck in your teeth – I feel your pain. This stuff is CRAZY addictive!! UPDATE: This year (2020) I’ve also made special Christmas version of Caramel Popcorn called Christmas Popcorn Candy, flavoured with classic warm festive spices and almonds! It’s gluten free (useful for gatherings / gifting) and Is low effort to make a fair volume (this makes about 11 – 12 cups) Long shelf life – 100% crispy for 2 – 3 weeks The reason it makes such a regular appearance around here is because it ticks a lot of boxes: (This happens more than I care to admit □) andĭessert for gatherings – it’s a brilliant grazing option for dessert so your family and friends don’t need to commit to a huge slice of chocolate cake because they’re stuffed full from dinner! Gifting – just a pure act of kindness without any ulterior motives īribing – when I’m trying to sway decisions / get in or stay in someone’s good graces. I make caramel popcorn a LOT all throughout the year. And because it stays fresh for weeks, it makes for a sensational food gift!! Caramel corn can be made with or without corn syrup – I’ve discovered the perfect substitute that works 100% perfectly! The ultimate Caramel Popcorn! With a thin, crispy, even coating of caramel on every piece, this caramel corn stays crispy for weeks.
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