Description
A sweet and spicy snack combining gingerbread flavors with caramel-coated popcorn.
Ingredients
- 10 cups popped popcorn
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 2 tbsp light corn syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread popcorn evenly on the baking sheet.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add brown sugar, molasses, corn syrup, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Stir until smooth.
- Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes without stirring.
- Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and baking soda.
- Pour caramel over popcorn, mixing gently to coat.
- Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Let cool completely before breaking into pieces.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Use fresh popcorn for best texture.
- Adjust spices to taste for more or less gingerbread flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American