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This caramel popcorn recipe without corn syrup is easy to make and healthier than store bought. The caramel is made on the stovetop and the popcorn is baked in the oven.

Making caramel popcorn at home is so easy and better than store bought. Ditch the preservatives and make this caramel popcorn recipe without corn syrup with the family.
There’s no brown sugar or corn syrup in this recipe! This caramel sauce is sweetened with coconut sugar and pure honey.
This popcorn is perfect for family movie night or a quick snack.

Why you’ll love this recipe
- Homemade and healthier than store bought
- Perfect for a family movie night
- Great for a quick snack

Ingredients
What you’ll need to make this recipe.
- Unsalted butter
- Pure honey
- Coconut sugar
- Salt
- Baking soda
- Vanilla extract
- Plain popped popcorn

How to make this recipe
1 – Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread out popcorn, set aside.
2 – In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the coconut sugar, honey and salt.
3 – Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil for 5 minutes on medium-low heat.

4 – Remove from heat. Stir in baking soda and vanilla. Drizzle mixture over popcorn.

5 – Bake for 45 minutes. Stir popcorn every 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.

6 – Once cool, break up clumps and store in a zip top bag.
How do I store my homemade caramel popcorn?
Place the caramel popcorn in a resealable zip top bag, carefully squeezing out excess air. Store on the countertop for 2-3 weeks.
Calories per serving (1/2 cup): 180
Caramel Popcorn Recipe Without Corn Syrup

This caramel popcorn recipe without corn syrup is easy to make and healthier than store bought. The caramel is made on the stovetop and the popcorn is baked in the oven.
Ingredients
- 6 cups plain popcorn
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 1 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 250°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread out popcorn, set aside.
2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the coconut sugar, honey and salt.
3. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil for 5 minutes on medium-low heat.
4. Remove from heat. Stir in baking soda and vanilla. Drizzle mixture over popcorn.
5. Bake for 45 minutes. Stir popcorn every 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.
6. Once cool, break up clumps and store in a zip top bag.
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Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 180Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 135mgCarbohydrates: 27gFiber: 0gSugar: 25gProtein: 0g
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
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Enjoy!

Andrea Metlika
Friday 19th of March 2021
Wow! This caramel corn looks awesome! I've never cooked with coconut sugar but I am ready to try it!
simplylowcal
Sunday 21st of March 2021
Thanks, Andrea. I hope you enjoy it.
Megan Lehr
Friday 19th of March 2021
This homemade caramel popcorn was so simple and so delicious. Doesn't need to be a christmas treat any more!
simplylowcal
Sunday 21st of March 2021
Thanks, Megan! I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Claudia Lamascolo
Friday 19th of March 2021
I can tell just by looking at this caramel corn it will be totally addicting for me! YUM!
simplylowcal
Sunday 21st of March 2021
Thanks, Claudia!
Aimee Mars
Friday 19th of March 2021
Every Friday night in our house is known as "family fun night," which just means it's movie night with pizza and dessert. This would be a great addition to our night and I know my kids would enjoy making it too.
simplylowcal
Sunday 21st of March 2021
Thanks, Aimee. I hope you and your family enjoy it. :)