Sticky Caramel Popcorn Recipe
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This healthy caramel popcorn recipe was a gift from heaven….or rather, from Australia. (One and the same???)
One of my Facebook fans, Dani, bless her heart, was kind enough to share this with me, and all of you!!
Everyone needs to thank this woman because this is some seriously good popcorn!!
Though I must admit that after testing this recipe (a few times…. ehem!), I think I need to do another No-Sugar challenge. But first, I gotta finish this bowl of popcorn…
Join me? I promise, it’s a worthwhile splurge. Perfect for a movie night with the family!
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Caramel Popcorn Recipe
Ingredients
- ¼ cup almond butter (or peanut butter if you prefer that flavor)
- ½ cup honey
- 10 cups air-popped popcorn
Instructions
- Read through the steps first. You’ll need to work quickly.
- In a small pot, warm the honey on high heat. Bring it to a boil.
- Let it boil up in the pot about 1 inch and then quickly remove from heat.
- Stir in nut butter with a whisk and whisk until smooth. Should be “pourable”.
- Pour over the popcorn and mix with a spoon. The mixture is hot, so don’t be tempted to mix with your hands. I learned that the hard way (Duh!!).
- Let it all sit and cool. To me, it tastes better cold. But that could just be me.
Notes
Nutrition
This recipe from the Gracious Pantry archives, originally posted 6/18/11.
I'm Tiffany, a writer for MSN and the AP Newswire, a cookbook author, digital publisher, food lover, and mom. I create healthy, clean eating recipes for everyday living.
Hi Tiffany
thanks for this recipe – my kids love it! so do we ))
Umm – Awesome! 🙂
Definitely tastes better cool. I tried it sprinkled with cocoa, which probably isn’t clean, but was yummy. then I tried it with mesquite powder, which was phenomenal. thanks for sharing. I might have to start eating clean if it always tastes this good.
Allyson – I don’t eat food that doesn’t taste good. 😉
What do you think about putting it in the oven, like most caramel corn recipes? Do you think it would get crispier? I might have to try tomorrow. It is good and sweet, though.
Thanks
Cindy
Cindy – I doubt it would work, but if you try it, let me know!
Ok…so to get rid of the stickiness, I did put it in the oven. Not only did it get rid of how sticky it was, but It crisps up the popcorn. Spread onto parchment lined cookie sheet and bake in 250 degree oven for 45-55 minutes! Works great!
Cindy – Great to know! Thank you! 😀
I popped 14/4 cup of non GMO popcorn and I only used 1/4 cup honey and 2 Tabs nut butter and some salt when the honey was heating.
Thanks again for the recipe..
Cindy
Cindy – wonderful!!!
1/4 cup–oops!
I think it is better baked for only 40 minutes!
Cindy – Thanks!
Amazing… I just heated the peanet butter and honey in the microwave.. Poured it over half let it sit then added extra… Also added 1 cup if fruit n nut mix for different textures
Kirsty – Sounds really yummy!!!
Oh my !!! This is perfection! So so good. Thank you for sharing!!
Julie – My pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
Tiffany, I have movie night at church and need to bring a dessert. I was determined to find something that would help me stay on track and that others would enjoy. Just made Caramel Popcorn with almond butter. Yum! Can’t wait to see the feedback I get at movie night!
P. S. I’ve been following you since I found your Sugar Free Challenge about a year ago. Thanks a million for all you do!
Sue – Fantastic! I’m so happy you found something you could use! Let me know how everyone likes it. 🙂
I’m new to this clean eating. Is peanut butter clean? And if so are there certain brands that I should look for? I live in a small town and we don’t have a whole foods or anything like that around.
https://www.thegraciouspantry.com/what-is-clean-peanut-butter/
Just answered my own question from your site!
Sarah – Great! Glad you found your answer! 😀
Crazy Question: This would be a great snack for a beach trip! Any idea on on long you could store this popcorn in tupperware or freezer bags maybe?
Kirbi – You want to eat this as fresh as possible. But if you have to make it ahead of time, I would store it in an air-tight container and keep it in the fridge until you go.
Popping the popcorn in a brown lunch bag is a great idea!! I never knew you can do that. I can’t wait to try this.
Purplerocks – Great! I hope you enjoy it! 🙂
Do you have to use the nut butter? I’m really not a fan of nuts 🙁
Liane – It’s kinda the base of the recipe, so ya. But give my Kettle Corn a try. You might enjoy that more. 🙂
Can u make this ahead of time? If so how long will it keep? (Having a birthday party and would like to make it the night before…Tia!)
Dani – I don’t recommend this one for making ahead. I think a better option would be my kettle corn recipe. https://www.thegraciouspantry.com/clean-eating-kettle-corn/
Thanks for a great recipe and thank Dani for sharing this! My whole family loves it and also my dogs!
John – Fantastic! I’m so happy you enjoyed it! 😀
I added a sprinkle of cayenne and a pinch of salt to mine while mixing and it was AMAZING! A nice kick with the sweet.
Astrid – Oh yum!!! That wounds wonderful!
Looking forward to trying this out! Im going to the drive in tonight and im due to get gastric sleeve in less than three months. I already eat very clean but its the wanting to snack when going out thats more my issue so definitely packing this up with me to go!
Camille – I hope you enjoy it! 🙂