Amish Caramel corn is a sweet and delicious treat that's great for the holidays or to eat anytime you're craving a sweet snack. Pop the popcorn and measure into large greased bowl or roast pan. Add peanuts on top. In a large saucepan, melt butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Add salt. Bring to boil, and cook for 5 minutes.
(My top tip: I like to use salted butter for a salted caramel version!) Add in the sweetener, heavy cream and salt (leave out if using salted butter), stirring until fully combined. Add in the molasses (optional), and stir briefly until just combined. Simmer over very low heat for 15 minutes (don't stir at all!), taste for seasoning.
Homemade Caramel Corn is a classic. It’s also makes for an excellent gift. I like to fill up those big decorative popcorn cans and hand these out to family, friends, teachers, the bus driver, you name it. Everyone loves caramel corn. In fact, I often have to hide it around the house. Otherwise, my family would devour it in just a few days.
Allulose and xylitol work equally well. The resulting keto caramel is luscious and sticky, with no thickener required. Plus, both sweeteners keep your caramel ultra smooth, and I didn’t experience any crystallization whatsoever with either.