Screaming Yellow Zonkers – Buttery Candied Popcorn
Craving a sweet treat? Try our Screaming Yellow Zonkers recipe for buttery candied popcorn that’s sure to satisfy your snack cravings!
Ingredients
- 10 cups popped popcorn
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
- Yellow food colouring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pop the popcorn and place it in a large bowl, making sure to remove any unpopped kernels.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Once it reaches a boil, stop stirring and let it boil for 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, baking soda, and a few drops of yellow food colouring if you’re using it.
- Pour the mixture over the popcorn and stir to coat evenly.
- Spread the popcorn onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until the popcorn is crisp and golden.
- Let it cool completely before enjoying it.