Vegan Caramel Popcorn

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup popcorn kernels (4 oz)
• 1 cup brown sugar (8 oz)
• 1 cup vegan butter (8 oz)
• 1/2 cup vegan condensed milk (4 oz)
• 1/4 cup light corn syrup (2 fl oz)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (0.1 fl oz)

Preparation Time:

10 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Pop the popcorn kernels according to the package instructions. Set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, vegan butter, vegan condensed milk, and light corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and turns a light amber color.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Pour the caramel mixture over the popped popcorn and stir until evenly coated.
6. Spread the popcorn onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrate: 40g
• Sugar: 30g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and crunchy
• Vegan-friendly
• Can be customized with different flavors and toppings
• Great party snack or dessert

User Comments:

• "This was so easy to make and so delicious! I loved the crunch of the popcorn and the sweet and chewy caramel."
• "I've never had vegan caramel popcorn before, but this one was amazing. It tasted just like the real thing!"
• "I added some chopped nuts and dried fruit to the popcorn for some extra flavor and texture. It was a hit with my guests!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful when working with hot caramel syrup.
• If the caramel mixture becomes too thick, add a splash of vegan milk to thin it out.
• Store the popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.