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Instant Pot Caramel Popcorn is possibly the easiest way to make this yummy treat.
I like the simple clean up that comes with this recipe.
Instant Pot Caramel Popcorn
This is a recipe for making caramel coated popcorn using an instant pot.
All that you need to make this recipe are the ingredients that the pot.
Have you tried my Simple S'Mores Snack Mix?
That is another tasty snack idea that is easy to make.
Both this recipe for caramel popcorn and that snack mix would go great together.
To make this recipe you will need an instant pot. You can find a good selection of instant pots here.
What exactly is caramel corn?
Caramel corn is a sugary coated way to enjoy popcorn.
This sweet version of popcorn that is coated with sugar.
The sugar is caramelized to form the caramel topping.
First you have to make the popcorn.
Then you have to coat it with the caramel topping.
How to store caramel corn.
Nobody that I know enjoys the taste of caramel corn that has been stored incorrectly.
Stale caramel corn is soft and can be hard to bite into.
Here is how to properly store your caramel corn..
Store your leftover caramel in an airtight container at room temperature.
If properly stored, it should keep for up to a week.
Tips for making caramel corn.
What should you do if your caramel popcorn becomes soft?
I suggest that you try evenly spreading it out on a rimmed baking sheet and baking it at a low temperature, stirring as needed.
More tips for you
- Using the instant pot to pop the popcorn is very much like popping the corn on the stove. You heat the oil with one or two kernels and when the kernels pop you add the remaining and place the cover on top.
- The popcorn is done popping when you have not heard any fresh pops for about two minutes.
- An easy way to remove the kernels is to use a wire cooling rack that has small squares. Simply place the rack over a large bowl containing the popcorn and while holding the rack in place, turn the bowl upside down over a baking sheet to shake out the kernels.
Personalize homemade caramel corn.
This is really a simple recipe for making homemade caramel corn in an instant pot.
It tastes great just the way it is.
Try one of these ideas to make the caramel corn taste even better.
- Stir in some nuts such as peanuts when you are serving the popcorn.
- Place the caramel corn in a large bowl for serving and add other ingredients, such as pretzels and mini marshmallows, to make a snack mix.
- Drizzle melted chocolate on top before serving.
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About this recipe for homemade caramel corn.
This is a recipe for making homemade caramel coated popcorn.
The caramel coated popcorn is made in an instant pot.
This is a simple recipe to make.
I suggest that you follow the steps as indicated below for making it.
Following the steps will make this an easier recipe to follow.
Ingredients needed to make caramel corn.
- Whole Kernel Popping Corn - 1cup. The popping corn should be un-popped.
- Coconut Oil - 4 tablespoons.
- Salt- 1 teaspoon.
- Butter- 2 tablespoons.
- Water- 3 teaspoons.
- Milk- ½ cup.
- Sugar- ½ cup.
How to make Instant Pot Caramel Popcorn
Step One: pop the corn.
Set your instant pot to sauté and add the coconut oil to the pot.
While the coconut oil is melting, place two kernels into the pot. When the kernels pop, add the remaining kernels to the pot and give them a quick stir to get coated. Then place the lid on the pot and allow the remaining kernels to pop.
When the popping has stopped, (about two minutes after hearing the last pop) turn off the instant pot and remove the popcorn, salting as desired. You can sift out the un-popped kernels using the method described above or your own method.
Step Two: make the caramel coating.
In a saucepan on medium heat, combine the sugar and the water. Do not stir. Simply allow sugar to melt.
When the sugar has turned golden brown, you can add the butter to the skillet to melt.
Once it has melted you can stir the ingredients and then slowly add the milk. Cook this for five minutes and then remove the skillet from the heat.
Allow this to cool until it has thickened. butter to melt. Once butter melts, stir and add the milk slowly. Cook for 5 minutes then remove from heat. Let caramel cool until it thickens.
Step Three: coat the popcorn.
Place the popcorn in a large bowl.
Once your caramel has thickened, you can pour half of it over the popcorn and toss the popcorn in it.
When all of the popped kernels are coated transfer the bowl to the refrigerator to set (takes about an hour to set).
Remove the set popcorn from the refrigerator and repeat the last step using the remaining caramel sauce. Return the popcorn to the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Instant Pot Caramel Popcorn, a simple and tasty recipe for making homemade caramel corn in pressure cooker.
Instant Pot Caramel Popcorn
Equipment
- wire cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole Kernel Popping Corn
- 4 tbsp Coconut Oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 3 tsp Water
- ½ cup Milk
- ½ cup Sugar
Instructions
- Set your instant pot to sauté and add the coconut oil to the pot. While the coconut oil is melting, place two kernels into the pot. When the kernels pop, add the remaining kernels to the pot and give them a quick stir to get coated. Then place the lid on the pot and allow the remaining kernels to pop.When the popping has stopped, turn off the instant pot and remove the popcorn, salting as desired.
- In a saucepan on medium heat, combine the sugar and the water. Do not stir. Simply allow sugar to melt. When the sugar has turned golden brown, you can add the butter to the skillet to melt. Once it has melted you can stir the ingredients and then slowly add the milk. Cook this for five minutes and then remove the skillet from the heat.Allow this to cool until it has thickened. butter to melt. Once butter melts, stir and add the milk slowly. Cook for 5 minutes then remove from heat. Let caramel cool until it thickens.
- Once your caramel has thickened, you can pour half of it over the popcorn and toss the popcorn in it. When all of the popped kernels are coated transfer the bowl to the refrigerator to set (takes about an hour to set).Remove the set popcorn from the refrigerator and repeat the last step using the remaining caramel sauce. Return the popcorn to the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Recipe Notes
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