Description
Treat yourself to a festive delight with this irresistible caramel peppermint popcorn crunch mix—perfect for holiday gatherings and cozy nights in!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup popcorn kernels
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup mini peppermint candies (crushed)
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn kernels according to package instructions or use an air popper. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine granulated sugar, unsalted butter, light corn syrup, and salt. Stir continuously until melted, bubbling, and golden—about 5 minutes.
- Pour the caramel sauce over the popped popcorn. Quickly stir with a spatula until every kernel is thoroughly coated.
- Fold in the crushed mini peppermint candies into the warm popcorn mixture, allowing some to slightly melt for added flavor.
- Spread the coated popcorn mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Allow to cool completely for about 30 minutes.
- Once set, break apart any clumps and transfer into festive bowls or bags for sharing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg