Ingredients

• Popcorn kernels - ½ cup
• Granulated sugar - 1 cup
• Unsalted butter - ½ cup
• Corn syrup - ¼ cup
• Baking soda - ¼ teaspoon
• Salt - ½ teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon

Instructions

1. 1.

   Pop the popcorn kernels using an air popper or on the stovetop until you have about 10-12 cups of popped popcorn.

2. 2.

   In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, and corn syrup over medium heat. Stir until the mixture comes to a boil.

3. 3.

   Once boiling, stop stirring and let it cook for about 4-5 minutes until it turns a golden color.

4. 4.

   Remove from heat and quickly stir in the baking soda, salt, and vanilla extract. The mixture will bubble up.

5. 5.

   Pour the caramel mixture over the popped popcorn and stir until all the popcorn is evenly coated.

6. 6.

   Spread the caramel popcorn onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let it cool completely before breaking it into pieces.

7. 7.

   Store in an airtight container for up to a week.