Soft and Chewy Caramel Popcorn

• Vegetarian
• Gluten free

• Condiments

  • 1 cup Honey

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 cup Brown sugar

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 1/2 cup Olive oil

• Snacks

  • 1 cup Popcorn, kernels

• Dairy

  • 1/2 cup Butter
  • 1 (14oz can Condensed milk, sweetened

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Description

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 cup popcorn kernels
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup honey (or corn syrup-Grrr!!)
• 1 (14oz) can sweetened condensed milk

Directions

• In a large pot, cook the olive oil and popcorn kernels over medium high heat. Make sure to place the lid on the pot or youll have popcorn flying everywhere. Also, gently shake the pot back and forth as the kernels begin to pop (I also use hot pads while doing this in case steam is coming out), to keep it from burning. Once the popcorn starts to pop and fill the pot, you may need to dump some out so it doesnt get too full, so keep a large bowl close! Once the popcorn is done, and youve put it into a large bowl or two medium sized bowls, shake it in the bowls to get any un-popped kernels to fall to the bottom of the bowl, and then carefully scoop the popped popcorn to a new bowl and throw away any un-popped kernels. I know, its a bit monotonous, but important so that you dont accidentally chomp on a rock hard kernel. Ouch! Set aside until the caramel is ready. (Make sure you have the popcorn in a very large bowl, or two medium sized bowls so you have plenty of space to stir the caramel in). In a large sauce pan stir together butter, brown sugar, and honey and bring to a boil. Once it comes to a boil, reduce the heat to medium and stir in the sweetened condensed milk. Stir constantly scraping the sides of the pan with a rubber spatula for about 5 minutes. (The longer you cook the caramel, the more firm it will be. If youd like it on the softer side (like I do), cook it for around 4 minutes 30 seconds). Once the caramel is done, pour it over the popcorn and stir. Keep stirring until it is sufficiently covered for your taste. Serve warm, or at room temperature.