Candy Coated Popcorn

Candy Coated Popcorn

Homemade candy-coated popcorn that’s buttery, rich, and oh-so-easy with LorAnn Super-Strength English Toffee Flavor.

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Ingredients

  • 4 quarts popped corn
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 dram (1 tsp.) LorAnn Super-Strength Flavor of choice
  • 3-5 drops LorAnn Liquid Food Coloring (as desired)

EQUIPMENT:

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Candy Coated Popcorn
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Directions

1
Preheat oven to 250º F. Spread popped popcorn on baking sheets lined with parchment paper; set aside.
2
Combine sugar, corn syrup, butter, salt and cream of tartar in a medium saucepan. Clip on candy thermometer. Bring to boil, stirring constantly.
3
Cook to 250°F without stirring. 
4
Remove from heat. After boiling action ceases, add flavoring and color. Add baking soda and stir in quickly but thoroughly. Pour at once while foamy over warm popcorn; mix gently to coat popcorn.
5
Bake popcorn for 30 minutes, stirring after 15 minutes to distribute candy coating. Remove from oven and stir again. Cool completely and store in airtight containers.

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