April 27, 2024

Maple Caramel Popcorn Pops

Name: Maple Caramel Popcorn Pops
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 1 bag (82 g) Orville Redenbacher Buttery Microwavable Popcorn; 1 cup (200 g) sugar; 1/4 cup (60 mL) maple syrup; 1/4 cup (60 mL) corn syrup; 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter; 1 tbsp (15 mL) lemon juice; 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) salt; 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla extract; 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) baking soda; 1/2 cup (64 g) red Maple Leaf candy sprinkles; 1/2 cup (118 mL) water

15

Prep Time Minutes
30
Total Time Minutes
11
Number of Ingredients
12
Servings

Ingredients

1 bag (82 g) Orville Redenbacher Buttery Microwavable Popcorn
1 cup (200 g) sugar
1/4 cup (60 mL) maple syrup
1/4 cup (60 mL) corn syrup
1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter
1 tbsp (15 mL) lemon juice
1/2 tsp (2.5 g) salt
1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla extract
1/2 tsp (2.5 g) baking soda
1/2 cup (64 g) red Maple Leaf candy sprinkles
1/2 cup (118 mL) water

Directions

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Step one

Prepare popcorn according to package instructions. Transfer to large bowl; set aside.
Step two

Combine sugar, maple syrup, corn syrup, butter, lemon juice, water and salt in heavy-bottom saucepan set over medium heat; bring to boil, stirring to combine.
Step three

Boil for 8 to 10 minutes or until caramel reaches 245 °F/118 °C on candy thermometer, or firm ball stage (when a drop of caramel added to a small dish of cold water forms a pliable ball of caramel). Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and baking soda. Working quickly, pour over popcorn, tossing evenly to coat. Let cool slightly. Toss in sprinkles.
Step four

Using buttered or wet hands, shape into twelve 2-inch (5 cm) balls. Place on parchment paper–lined tray. Insert red-and-white striped paper straw or lollipop stick into centre of each ball. Let cool completely.