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Gingerbread Caramel Popcorn

Gingerbread Caramel Popcorn

This Gingerbread Caramel Popcorn is the ultimate holiday treat, combining the warm spices of gingerbread with sweet caramel popcorn. It's crunchy, flavorful, and perfect for gifting or sharing during festive occasions. Try this easy recipe tonight and bring joy to your celebrations!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 15 cups popped popcorn
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup butter
  • 2 cups light brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 scant tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 4 ounces almond bark

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Frying Pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 250 degrees.
  2. Divide the popped popcorn equally between two lightly greased 13x9 baking pans or bigger pans.
  3. Combine salt, butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, molasses, ginger, and cinnamon in a large heavy saucepan or pot. Bring the heat up to medium-high until it comes to a full boil (foamy).
  4. Boil for 3 minutes after the mixture comes to a full boil then remove from heat.
  5. Stir in baking soda. Mixture will foam up.
  6. Pour over popcorn in prepared pans and toss to coat.
  7. Bake for 45-60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Don't overbake or the mixture can burn.
  8. Cool completely. Melt almond bark according to package directions. Drizzle over cooled popcorn.
  9. Wait for the drizzle to set or you can speed this up by popping it in the fridge for a couple of minutes.
  10. Break into pieces and enjoy.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store leftover popcorn in an airtight container to keep it crispy.
  • Tip 2: Although it’s best enjoyed fresh, you can freeze it in a sealed bag.
  • Tip 3: This popcorn pairs wonderfully with hot beverages.
  • Tip 4: Consider portioning for easy snacking or gifting.
  • Tip 5: Feel free to experiment with different spices or add-ins.