What kind of popcorn should I use for this caramel corn?Īlthough there are many varieties of popcorn kernels, there are two basic shapes, mushroom and butterfly. That means that you can make this caramel corn any time of year! I think apple cider gives a fresher apple flavor but the end product is also delicious when made with apple juice. The good news? You can actually use either one for this Caramel Apple Caramel Corn. It's filtered and pasteurized, giving it a longer shelf life, a sweeter taste, and a smoother texture. It will start to ferment if left out at room temperature.Īpple juice, on the other hand, is usually transparent and lighter in color.

Apple cider, since it's unfiltered is usually cloudy and needs to be refrigerated since it's not processed and usually not pasteurized.

The flavor is bright and fresh and can differ, depending on what type of apple it's made from. The difference (generally) is that apple cider is made from fresh-pressed apples and isn't filtered, sweetened or cooked. Great question! Actually, they're fairly similar. What's the difference between apple cider and apple juice? Then it was simply a matter of subbing the apple-y syrup for a portion of the corn syrup in the original recipe. A sauté pan is great for reducing because it has a lot of surface area, which allows the cider to concentrate quickly. A cup of apple cider was my starting point but, with further testing, I found that 1½ cups reduced down to a quarter cup produced the perfect amount of bright apple flavor. To get that 'pop' of apple, I reduced some apple cider in a sauté pan by boiling it on the stovetop. I'm happy to say, that after a bit of experimentation, testing and tweaking, this Caramel Apple Caramel Corn is 'just right'. Scott often calls me 'the mad kitchen scientist' because, when I get an idea, I can't stop working on it until it's just right. Ridiculously Easy Sea-Salted Caramel Corn Success! I remembered our easy (actually ridiculously easy) Sea-Salted Microwave Popcorn (pictured below)and wondered if I could adapt the recipe to include a burst of apple flavor. Whew! Depending on where you purchase it, a 9-ounce bag runs from 8 to 13 dollars! On top of that, the Caramel Apple Caramel Corn is considered one of their 'premium' selections so the price falls in a higher range.Īs I munched on the delicious, expensive, apple-infused popcorn, I wondered if I could replicate it at home. The only problem with the local popcorn is the price.

I picked up a bag and fell in love after the first crisp, buttery, bursting-with-apple bite. They always have a few new seasonal renditions and earlier this fall I was intrigued with their latest - a Caramel Apple Caramel Corn. This caramel corn recipe was inspired by a local popcorn company that makes the most amazing popcorn in super creative, crazy delicious varieties. If you enjoy caramel apples and love crisp, buttery caramel corn, this Caramel Apple Caramel Corn recipe is tailor-made for you! And if you like to look like a kitchen rock star, with minimal effort on your part, this recipe will definitely tick that box! This microwave Caramel Apple Caramel Corn pops with bright apple and buttery caramel flavors! It's ridiculously easy to make and is addictingly delicious! For more information, see our privacy policy.

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