Microwave Caramel Popcorn
Microwave caramel popcorn is delicious and so easy to make at home with this recipe. Store in an airtight container.
Ingredients
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4 quarts popped popcorn
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1 cup brown sugar
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½ cup butter or margarine
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¼ cup light corn syrup
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon baking soda
Description
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Gather the ingredients.
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Place popped popcorn into a large brown paper bag.
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Combine brown sugar, margarine, corn syrup, vanilla, and salt in a microwave-safe bowl or dish. Microwave for 3 minutes, then stir until well blended. Microwave for another 1 1/2 minutes.
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Remove brown sugar mixture from the microwave and stir in baking soda.
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Pour over popcorn in the bag; fold the top edge of the bag once or twice to close, then shake to coat popcorn.
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Place the bag into the microwave and cook for 70 seconds. Shake the bag, flip over, and cook for 70 seconds more.
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Pour popcorn out onto waxed paper and let cool until coating is set, 3 to 5 minutes.