Pumpkin Spice Caramel Popcorn
Pumpkin Spice Caramel Popcorn is the ultimate fall treat that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. Crunchy popcorn, enveloped in a rich caramel sauce infused with warm pumpkin spices, creates a cozy snack ideal for movie nights or festive gatherings. This delightful recipe is not only simple to make but also brings the essence of autumn right into your home. Perfect for sharing or indulging on your own, it’s sure to become a seasonal favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups popped popcorn (about ½ cup unpopped kernels)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar (light)
- ¼ cup light corn syrup
- 1 tsp pumpkin spice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn using an air popper or stovetop method and place it in a large bowl.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Stir until bubbling.
- Reduce heat slightly and add pumpkin spice and vanilla extract, stirring until thickened.
- Pour the caramel over popcorn and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C) and spread the coated popcorn on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes for even crunchiness.
- Let cool completely before breaking apart any clusters.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added texture, mix in nuts like pecans or walnuts before baking. Drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled popcorn for an indulgent twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature.