NUTTY CARAMEL CORN

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"Sweet, crunchy and chewy, this irresistible snack never lasts long around our house," writes Lois Davis of Clarkson, New York. "I make multiple batches for gatherings and to give as gifts."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 15m

Yield about 6-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 quarts popped popcorn
1-1/2 cups walnut halves
1 cup sliced almonds
1-1/3 cups sugar
1 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine popcorn and nuts; set aside. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, butter and corn syrup; bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; add vanilla. Pour over popcorn mixture; stir to coat. , Spread onto two greased baking sheets. Bake at 250° for 1 hour or until dry, stirring every 15 minutes. Remove from pans to waxed paper to cool. Break into clusters. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 169mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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