When I think of autumn flavors, cinnamon is one of the first to come to mind for me. I use cinnamon in quick breads, muffins, cakes, all kinds of treats…and I guess that’s why this Cinnamon Bun Caramel Corn stood out to me. I found it in my review copy of Sally’s Candy Addiction: Tasty Truffles, Fudges & Treats for Your Sweet-Tooth Fix. Written by Sally McKenney, the blogger behind Sally’s Baking Addiction, this book has over 75 recipes for wonderful homemade sweets and colorful photos of them that show how irresistible they are.
Just to give you an idea of what you’ll find in this cookbook, here are some recipes that were calling out to me:
- Southern-Style Pecan Pralines
- Chocolate-Dipped Cocoa Marshmallows
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Bark
- Mint Truffles
- Chocolate Sea-Salt Caramels
- Salted English Toffee
- Overloaded Cinnamon Spice Brittle
- Pretzel M&M’s Puppy Chow
- Birthday Cake Fudge
- Crazy Candy Deep-Dish Cookie Cake
So you get the idea…so many yummy things to try!
And as I mentioned, because cinnamon has been on my mind with the arrival of fall, I had to try the Cinnamon Bun Caramel Corn. Inspired by a caramel sticky bun drizzled with vanilla glaze, this caramel corn has a yummy, slightly cinnamony caramel coating and it’s drizzled with melted white chocolate–a combination that’s hard to resist! Here’s the recipe if you want to try it…
CINNAMON BUN CARAMEL CORN from Sally’s Candy Addiction
Makes 7 cups
- 7 cups air-popped popcorn
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 6 ounces white chocolate, coarsely chopped (I used 1 cup of white chocolate chips)
- Preheat oven to 200˚F. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Spread the popcorn evenly onto the baking sheets. Set aside.
- Combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, and salt in a 3-quart heavy-duty saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon until butter has melted. Next, bring to a boil while stirring occasionally. allow to boil for 5 minutes without stirring. Remove from the heat and quickly stir in the baking soda. The caramel will immediately foam and bubble. Give it a quick stir, then stir in the vanilla and cinnamon. Pour the caramel over the popcorn and toss gently until all of the kernels are coated.
- Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes. Allow to cool on the pans, then break apart large clusters if desired. Melt the white chocolate,* being careful not to overheat it. Once melted, immediately drizzle over the caramel corn and allow to cool.
Once cooled, store in an airtight container at room temperature in a cool, dry place for up to 2 weeks.
*To melt chocolate in the microwave: Place the chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and place the bowl in the microwave. Heat on 50 percent power in 15- to 20-second increments, stirring the chocolate between each increment (It took about 90 seconds for me to melt my 1 cup of vanilla chips). Also, Sally advises: When microwaving, you don’t need to completely melt the chocolate before removing it from the microwave, because the warmed chocolate will continue to melt as you stir it. Always stop early to be safe.
You do have to work fast once the caramel is finished cooking–pour it over the popped corn right after you mix in the baking soda, cinnamon, and vanilla; if you don’t work fast, the caramel will start thickening as it cools and won’t be as pourable–and your caramel corn won’t be coated quite so evenly.
Caramel Corn is one of my favorite sweets and I really liked how this recipe tasted. Are you a fan of caramel corn too?
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This looks just divine!! Would be perfect for a lazy weekend spent in front of the TV!
I’ve been eyeing Sally’s new book too, maybe I should get it soon 🙂
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Yes, I think you’ll love the caramel corn and the book! 🙂
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DANGEROUS!!
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Yes, it is! 🙂
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I saw this post and quickly shared it with a friend. She is desperate for cinnamon anything during fall! I also might need to purchase that book. Birthday cake fudge? Umm sold!
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Yes, it’s hard not to get drawn in by all those yummy-sounding recipes! 🙂
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This is a bowl full of yummy, thanks for sharing! Love the photo.
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Oh wow, love this. I could eat way too much caramel corn and this really sounds addictively delicious. Must check out that book.
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Caramel corn is definitely hard for me to stop eating, too! 🙂
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Perfect timing for the halloween festivities. I am hosting a gathering for some close Chinese friends as they have not experienced the event… carving pumpkins, apple pie, costumes and this candy would be perfect.
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Sounds like you have a great party planned for your friends! 🙂
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Oh my gosh – this is just a addictive one – can’t just stop with one….am drooling at my screen, gorgeous it is Nancy….
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Oh cinnamon, I love you. This book looks like a keeper! I’ve seen her blog and she is amazing. This treat would be great to set out with friends over, but like everyone else, I don’t think I could keep my fingers out of it! Enjoy your weekend Nancy!
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Thanks Julie, and hope you are having a great weekend! 🙂
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Hi Nancy! This looks scrumptious!
Must try it…any left? Lol
All my heart,
Deborah xo
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I hate to say it, Deborah, but it’s all gone–I should have saved some for you! 🙂
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What a perfect treat to celebrate the fall season. I think it could be an addictive one! Thanks for bringing it to FF.
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You’re welcome, Liz! 🙂
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This looks deliciously addictive. 🙂
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Oh yum! We love cinnamon buns and popcorn around here! I think we could live on this! Pinning and going to make for sure!
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This popcorn looks amazing! Love cinnamon buns and popcorn, so combining the two is a genius idea! I can’t wait to get Sally’s new cookbook, and make all the delicious recipes!
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Sounds like you would love this popcorn, Jess! 🙂 There are lots of great recipes in the book!
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Hi Nancy! This looks so awesome! I actually just made some caramel popcorn too but I never thought to add cinnamon to it! I’ll definitely give it a try next time! Thanks for sharing at Inspiration Thursday.
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Hope you like this if you get a chance to try it! Thanks for hosting your link party! 🙂
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Yummmmm!
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I’m about to watch a movie at home and I so wish I had this popcorn by my side! It sounds super yummy…
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Yes, it would be great for movie-watching! 🙂
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Oh my goodness this sounds (and looks!) amazing! What a perfect sweet treat! Thanks so much for linking up with us for Fabulous Foodie Fridays, I hope you have a lovely weekend 🙂
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Thanks, and you too, Lauren! 🙂
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this is heavenly, I know five grandchildren who are going to love this! Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop. xo
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That’s great! Hope your grandkids enjoy munching on this, Katherine! 🙂
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This will be a fabulous snack that we will really enjoy. Hope you are having a great weekend and thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
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Miz Helen
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This sounds so good! Cinnamon and caramel are 2 of my favorite flavors. I have not made caramel corn very often but would like to try. Sally’s cookbook sounds like one I want to get.
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How did I miss this last week? Yum! I’m obviously a huge fan of sweet popcorn.
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This looks so delicious – I would like some right now! stopping by via FFF
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Thanks so much! 🙂
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