Caramel Popcorn Clusters Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Caramel Popcorn Clusters Recipe is a delightful snack that combines the sweetness of caramel with the crunch of popcorn. Perfect for movie nights or as a treat for gatherings, these clusters are easy to make and sure to please.

The recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and can be customized with nuts or chocolate for added flavor. Enjoy this fun and tasty snack anytime!

Easy Caramel Popcorn Clusters Recipe

These caramel popcorn clusters are made by coating popcorn in a rich caramel sauce and forming them into bite-sized clusters. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and yields approximately 12 servings.

Ingredients

10 cups popped popcorn (about 1/2 cup unpopped kernels)
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: 1 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips

Instructions

Prepare the Popcorn: Pop the popcorn using an air popper or stovetop method. Place the popped popcorn in a large bowl, ensuring there are no unpopped kernels.
Make the Caramel: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, butter, corn syrup, and salt. Stir until the mixture comes to a boil. Allow it to boil without stirring for about 4-5 minutes until it turns a golden color.
Add Flavor: Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in baking soda and vanilla extract. The mixture will bubble up.
Coat the Popcorn: Pour the caramel sauce over the popcorn and gently stir to coat the popcorn evenly.
Form Clusters: Using greased hands or a spoon, form small clusters of the caramel-coated popcorn on a parchment-lined baking sheet. If using nuts or chocolate, sprinkle them over the clusters before they set.
Cool and Serve: Allow the clusters to cool completely before serving. Store in an airtight container for freshness.