Caramel Popcorn

This corn is so crunchy and sweet. I love to add it to my unsweetened Cheerios in the morning - they provide just enough sweetness. You can also add some toasted nuts and dried fruit and have really tasty trail mix.

I make popcorn in a machine that pops it with hot air and no oil. I use 10 tablespoons of kernels to make 16 cups of popcorn.

Caramel Popcorn

16 cups popcorn
2 tablespoon molasses
1 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Preheat the oven to 200 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silpat. Set the popcorn in a really big bowl.

In a saucepan, combine molasses, sugar, butter, oil, honey and salt. Bring to a boil and boil for 5 minutes. Be sure to stir occasionally. Add the baking soda and stir until foamy. Pour over the popcorn and toss to coat with a rubber spatula. Turn onto the baking sheet.

Bake for 30 minutes, occasionally turning the corn. Remove and toss every 5 minutes until cool.

Break into pieces and store in airtight container.