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Caramel Corn and Peanuts
My favorite childhood snack! All that's missing is the prize inside!
Course:
Snack
Cuisine:
American
Servings:
5
quarts
Ingredients
5
quarts
popped corn
peanuts
if desired
2
c.
granulated sugar
1/2
c.
dark molasses
1/2
c.
water
1
tsp.
baking soda
Instructions
Line two rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
In a very large bowl, mix the popped corn with peanuts and set aside.
Combine the sugar, molasses, and water in a large saucepan and bring to a soft ball stage (235°). Immediately take off the heat and stir in the soda.
Carefully, pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn. Stir to coat evenly. Spread the caramel corn onto the prepared sheet pans and allow to cool.