How to Make Caramel Corn

1. Step 1

   Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.

2. Step 2

   Use the air popper to make about 8 cups of popcorn. Weed out any husks and unpopped kernels. Do not add butter or salt.

3. Step 3

   Mix in about 1/2 cup of nuts with the popcorn. If you are not adding nuts, skip this step and move on to Step 4.

4. Step 4

   Put 1/3 cup butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar and 1/4 cup light corn syrup in a small saucepan. Add a small pinch of salt.

5. Step 5

   Heat the mixture on high. Be sure to keep stirring. Bring the mixture to a boil and allow it to boil for 2 minutes.

6. Step 6

   Pour the liquid mixture over the popcorn. Using a large wooden spoon, gently stir the popcorn until all of the pieces are coated.

7. Step 7

   Spread the popcorn onto a cookie sheet that has been coated with non-stick spray.

8. Step 8

   Bake the caramel corn for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure that the pieces are baked evenly.

9. Step 9

   Remove the popcorn from the oven and give it a final stir. Enjoy! Any leftovers should be stored in an airtight container.