Reviewed: Mar. 5, 2008

I made popped one cup of kernels in my stir-crazy popper and made two batches of caramel (I intended to follow the recipe, but ran out of popcorn after starting the 2nd batch of caramel). However, now I think doubling the caramel was perfect. Also, while it's edible without baking, don't skip the baking step! The caramel tends to form big globs when you originally stir it into the popcorn, and the baking/stirring step is what allows you to coat it more evenly and what really makes it seem like professional caramel corn! I do think it seemed a little more bitter at 30 minutes than it did at 20 minutes, though, so next time I'll cut down the baking time to 20-25 minutes.

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J.Marie

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Buffalo, Wyoming, USA

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Reviewed: Mar. 3, 2008

I made this again for a friend's engagement party this weekend and it was a big hit with the crowd! It disappeared quickly. I used 2 bags of light butter microwave popcorn. I was able to whip it together about two hours before the party and it was perfect. Be sure to stir every 10 minutes as recommended so the sugar coating doesn't burn on top. I stirred the first time at 15 minutes, which was ok, but when I checked again after another 10 min it was ready to be turned. I baked it for a total of 30 minutes and stirred it at 15, 10 and 5 min. I would definitely recommend this recipe and will make it again for sure.

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tstandr

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Murphys, California, USA

Living In: San Martin, California, USA

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Reviewed: Feb. 28, 2008

I really enjoyed making this. i made it when i went out with frinds and they all loved it.-kitty

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Chococat

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Home Town: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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Reviewed: Jan. 25, 2008

Great tasting caramel corn....BUT...do not put it in the oven at the end. Very unnecessary step which causes quick burning. I also added 1 Tbs of molasses to the butter/sugar/salt mixture.

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Karen Buzzi

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Home Town: Lawrenceville, New Jersey, USA

Living In: Manhattan, New York, USA

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Reviewed: Dec. 28, 2007

This was pretty easy and very tasty except for a slight burnt taste. I may make this one again and try lower the temp or I may just try another recipe.

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Reviewed: Dec. 23, 2007

When making the recipe for 8, I ended up doubling the amount of caramel ingredients to cover the popcorn. Caramel was cooked in a 2 Qt saucepan (1 batch at a time)I used (2) 13X9X3 disposable aluminum pans to bake the corn in, bigger would have been better! increased oven time to 40 minutes, stirring after every 10 taste is awesome!!!

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BIGBELLY

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Reviewed: Dec. 1, 2007

I've tried several caramel corn recipes and this one is the best and easiest one. It's great! One bag of microwave popcorn was the perfect amount. It was a big hit at my house.

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MARYWOOTON

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Reviewed: Nov. 28, 2007

wonderful! i doubled the recipe after realizing the caramel wouldn't cover all the popcorn. i should have read the reviews first! i did add peanuts, but i'm not sure if it added anything since the popcorn was incredible.

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NIT_LION_98

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Living In: Portland, Oregon, USA

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Reviewed: Nov. 15, 2007

This is a great recipe. I did double the sauce since we really like the caramel in my house. I also added some peanuts and mixed nuts for some "surprises" as you eat.

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Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Dickinson, North Dakota, USA

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Reviewed: Nov. 10, 2007

Man this stuff is good (and addictive!) I agree that you should double the sauce. I didn't have any problem at all with it sticking. I sprayed the pan in which I cooked the caramel, used a rubber spoonula/spatula thing, and used a glass Pyrex to bake the corn. The only thing I sprayed with non-stick spray was the baking dish. Delicious and easy! Thank you!

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April

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Home Town: New London, Connecticut, USA

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Reviewed: Nov. 6, 2007

I thought this was a good recipe; very crisp and tasty. Because I have a sweet tooth, I used 3/4 cup of corn instead of 1c. I popped it with canola oil. I also noticed a slightly burned, bitter taste some others mentioned. I think I'll bake it at a lower temp or for less time next time I try it. Cleanup was not hard after soaking the pans and spoons in hot water.

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Home Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Living In: Hockessin, Delaware, USA

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Reviewed: Nov. 1, 2007

I've made this several times, and it is sooo good. I've perfected my technique--this may help you: 3 bags of microwave popcorn. I used Orville Light Butter. A big turkey roasting pan. Pour one bag of popped corn at a time into the pan, then pour a third of the caramel in. Mix with a spatula in each hand. Repeat for the other 2 bags of popcorn, bake at 250 for 25 min stirring twice or 3 times. YUM

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Reviewed: Oct. 31, 2007

never made caramel corn before. Followed recipe exactly and it turned out great. It did not stick and the kids loved it. Made for the school Halloween party. It was just enough caramel and a trick to clean the pot is to boil water and place all utensils in the water for a few minutes. Makes clean up alot easier Definatley a keeper!!

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Reviewed: Sep. 29, 2007

Fantastic and delicious!!!! Reminds me of the movie theater back home that sold hot caramel corn...yum!!!!

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MAGGIE35

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Reviewed: Sep. 6, 2007

First of all, I really don't bake so I was nervous about trying this. The flavor was really good, but I had to make extra caramel as what I had was not nearly enough for all the popcorn. I also added honey roasted peanuts which was very yummy.

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PrncssLee

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Reviewed: Sep. 2, 2007

I love this recipe, and so does my family. It reminds me of what my mom used to make when I was a kid. I did do a couple of things differently, per other reviews. I used the 1 cup of popcorn kernels called for, but doubled the caramel part. I also baked at 250 for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. After the caramel corn cooled a bit, I broke it into bite-size chunks. One other thing that was helpful was using a disposable roasting pan (25-lb). There was plenty of room for all the popcorn and caramel sauce and it didn't spill all over the place when I had to stir it.

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EMCCREA

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Reviewed: Jun. 3, 2007

OMG This is the best popcorn ever!! I am 11 and I can make this so easely. Instead of frying the pop corn I used a microve and I only baked it for 19 minutes. :)

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Nutmeg1995

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Reviewed: Apr. 13, 2007

Good flavor, but I burnt the first batch. I agree the comment about lowering the baking temp.

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Home Town: Naperville, Illinois, USA

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Reviewed: Mar. 16, 2007

Yum! I have done this twice and it has turned out great :) I used 1 bag of microwave popcorn and half the caramel sauce and it was great - it seemed like not enough caramel at ffirst but with a lot of stirring it worked :)

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MEHUNGRY98

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Reviewed: Feb. 4, 2007

Nice flavor. Like others I reduced heat and time cooking. I also only used 1/2 popcorn so there'd be enough caramel. The air popped corn was great for this. Instead of vanilla, I used butter flavoring--made for a great taste. I was also able to put this in a jelly roll pan since I 1/2ed the popcorn. will make again!

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