February 2, 2014

Lightened Up Caramel Corn!

Usually, you're not going to find this girl indulging in sweets. I'm much more of a savory fan. When presented with the option of cheese or caramel corn, I'll choose cheese every time.  However, I recently discovered this recipe for lightened up caramel corn and it's gotten me to forget about cheese for at least a little while...

Just the right amount of subtle, sweet flavor (thanks to coconut oil for popping the popcorn and a little vanilla almond milk in the sauce), this lightened up caramel corn is a must try. It takes less than 15 mins to whip up this tasty little treat and it's perfect for a game day get together or movie night in.

Lightened Up (Tiny But Mighty) Caramel Corn

Adapted from Amy's Caramel Corn
Popcorn: Heat 2 tbsp coconut oil in a Stir Crazy or heavy pot with lid (there should be enough oil so it melts down to about a single layer of oil in the bottom of the pot).  Add 1/2 cup of Tiny But Mighty popcorn kernels to the oil and cover with lid (make sure not to add too many kernels - you also want these in a single layer at the bottom of the pot. Too many kernels won't allow them all to pop!).  Let pop, shaking pot once about halfway through to move unpopped kernels to the bottom of the pot, then remove from heat.  Move popcorn to a large mixing bowl.
Sauce: In a small saucepan bring 6 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp vanilla unsweetened almond milk and 1/2 cup brown sugar to a boil.  Simmer over medium heat and stir constantly for 5 mins.  Remove from heat and pour over popped popcorn and mix until well combined.  Let stand a few mins and stir again, repeating this step two more times - then enjoy















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