Colorful Candied Popcorn (Printable Version)
Popcorn coated in vibrant candy syrup creates a sweet, crunchy treat that's perfect for parties and festive gatherings.
# Ingredients:
→ Base
01 -
½ cup popcorn kernels (yields about 10 cups popped)
→ Candy Coating
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1 cup granulated sugar
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½ cup water
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¼ cup light corn syrup
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon baking soda
→ Coloring
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Gel food coloring in multiple colors
# Steps:
01 -
Pop kernels using your preferred method. Remove any unpopped kernels and place the popped corn in a large bowl.
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Combine sugar, water, corn syrup, and salt in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves completely and the mixture comes to a boil.
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Divide the syrup into separate bowls and add different gel food coloring to each portion, stirring to incorporate fully.
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Working with one color at a time, pour colored syrup over the popcorn and stir quickly to coat evenly before the syrup hardens.
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Spread the coated popcorn on silicone mats or parchment-lined baking sheets to cool and harden completely.
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Once completely cooled and hardened, break the popcorn into bite-sized pieces and serve.
# Notes:
01 -
Work with one color at a time for best results
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Be careful with hot sugar syrup
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Allow to cool completely before breaking apart