Homemade Caramel Corn 

Yes, you can skip the corn syrup. You can replace it with honey or maple syrup or I've seen recipes online that just use butter, brown sugar, salt, and a little water. (Just fyi, I've made my caramel corn with half butter and half transfat-free Smart Balance and it came out great) Your question has motivated me to try a different recipe without corn syrup, too. I will post an alternative version if it works.

@MsIchigo93 - I never thought of it but yes, I guess you could eat it without baking since that's how I make popcorn balls. However, it won't have the crispness or the rich caramelized flavor you get by baking it.

Saw this recipe yesterday and I’ve already made it three times since then. I made a batch with pecans, one with almonds and cashews, and another with peanuts! They come out SO CRUNCHY and DELICIOUS. My whole family loves them. Thank you for the recipe!

I made this and it is delicious. Actually, I made it a few times. I discovered that it is way easier to use a "turkey roaster" type of pan because it has higher sides and makes turning the popcorn easier. Also, I put a piece of parchment paper on the pan, allowing ease of turning, plus easy cleanup. The popcorn is highly addictive, and I may have to go to a detox facility because i cannot stop eating it.

Such a natural! And whoever does her food photos is talented, too. People who can teach and make it look easy and fun to do are truly gifted. Love the 🐊 grab!

I warm my popcorn in the oven for a few minutes near the end of the cooking of the caramel. I cover the popcorn w foil. The warmed popcorn makes caramel spreading much easier and takes less time. This makes way for covering every kernel too. Then, bake accordingly. Sometimes I even add small pretzels and dried cranberries. Yummy!

Jenny, you seem like a genuinely nice person and you can cook! Thank you for your informative and pleasant videos. This world always needs a dose of nice and good food. Carry on!

"I know somebody who did that." LOL (Perfect delivery!)

Yes, you can skip the corn syrup. You can replace it with honey or maple syrup or I've seen recipes online that just use butter, brown sugar, salt, and a little water. (Just fyi, I've made my caramel corn with half butter and half transfat-free Smart Balance and it came out great)

Yes, you can skip the corn syrup. You can replace it with honey or maple syrup.

If you use the paper bag method, just clip a small hole in the bottom corner of the bag and the unpopped kernels can be shaken out.

I made these a couple times. This recipe is amazing!

The baking pans I use in the oven for caramel corn/roasting vegetables, etc., are heavyweight aluminum-coated steel and are NOT non-stick. I don’t know the brand since there is no writing on them. My pots & pans are all non-stick and I don’t have any concern about using them as long as they have no scratches, so I only use plastic or silicone utensils in them, never metal or wood. Target has a great line of Calphalon pots & pans that I use that’s not cheap but way less than high end stores.

So glad to have found your channel! I love all the bright colors in your kitchen, and your recipes. Thanks so much for sharing!

It’s my birthday and I’m locked in, I might treat myself. I been a good lady!

Garrett's caramel corn is very popular & tasty - I've stood in line there myself when I lived in Chicago. As a health conscious person who loves sweets, I always strive for the healthiest version of treats & my caramel corn has less saturated fat, less sugar, & less salt than Garrett's & mine has no coconut oil. As tempting as store-bought is, I encourage anyone who wants to cut back on calories to make this healthier & delicious version. Share it & everyone will ask you for the recipe!

I LOVE IT,!! Finally a good recipe that includes every little detaill that it's ESSENCIAL for a perfect flavor. Deffinily after seeing more than 15 recipes, i think that this it is the BEST. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIPS,!!❤️❤️😘

Thank you so much.. This was my mother's lost recipe and I've been looking for it for years..

My family and I have made this and it came out so well! We totally loved it! Thanks Jenny!

I've never tried it but I think it would work.

Jenny Jones...What a wonderful surprise!!! I'm so happy to find you on YT.

@AbcDailyVlog - Sugar, butter & corn syrup are what caramel is made from. I just omitted the cream to keep it healthier. If you try this recipe, you won't be disappointed. You'll have a healthier and delicious caramel corn.

Love your receipes. You explain things so well and never waste time.

JENNY JONES of the Jenny Jones show !! .. OH My goodness how wonderful to see you so well .. I watched your show all the time .. You are still beautiful and who knew a fabulous cook ? .. LOOOVE your kitchen and great recipe .. thank you !!

This was great! Thanks! The second time I made it, I cooked the caramel a couple minutes longer & skipped the baking step! You get to eat it much quicker.

This is the same exact recipe I’ve been using since the sixties! It makes excellent Carmel corn!

I love watching your videos Jenny! You taught me something new again!

Jenny, I think that simple recipes are often the best and I appreciate how you make so many of the best recipes simple.

This experience was quite fun and delicious!!! Thanks so much! Extremely easy and soooo, gooood!😁

Love it, so easy, can make batches for gifts ! Glad I found you !

gosh I'm glad I found you YOU ARE THE BEST and your sense of humour is infectious. THANK YOU

Will try it! 🎄 Ty for sharing!

Great recipes, step-by-step instructions, great personality + comedic relief = a dynamic combination!!😁👍

The saucepan in the video is my old non-stick Berndes but they are getting old so I'll be replacing them with the Calphalons from Target. I still like Berndes because it has glass lids for seeing your food but it's too hard to find, plus the Calphalon has glass lids too.

I have watched a gazillion videos on how to make a decent caramel corn and this is by far the best! Thank you so much.

I absolutely love the recipes you make. You make every recipe seem easy to make. I enjoy you teaching me. Thank you!

diy: spray measuring cup with cooking spray before measuring to keep sticky stuff from sticking...

I went to Target today and made a note of the pans I got there. They are Calphalon "Kitchen Essentials" non-stick. As I said, they're not cheap but they're great pans. A 2-quart saucepan costs $40 at Target and a 2-quart Calphalon at Williams Sonoma is $150. (a 4-quart at Target: $50 and at Williams Sonoma: $200

The dino at the end & Jenni's reaction was so fun. God i needed these to watch & add to my virtual recipe box. Such a wonderful break from the Covid & stimulus videos. Thank you! You're truly making this time inside bearable. I may not be able to cook it yet for lack of ingredients due to our local food hoarders but i have plans, wonderful plans when my pantry is fully stocked ince again💖

I make this exact recipe! I was curious about your recipe and it turns out to be the same. This is By Far the BEST Caramel Corn Ever. I always make at least 3 batches at Christmas. I use a large roaster for easy turning. Time consuming but SO Worth it!

Loved it....Loved the Dinosaur and the end...Too cute!

Daniel, you can easily skip the nuts and still have great caramel corn.

Jenny! I am so happy to see you on RU-vid!! I’ve been missing you since TV Show was over😭 Your cooking is amazing. It’s simple and really delicious. I am looking forward to watch your another delicious recipe !! 🥰

I can't wait to try this, thank you so much for sharing. Such a cute video. I just love how friendly you seem.

This was so easy! Thank you! I love the ending when someone tried to pull the bowl away with a dinasauer toy.

Thank you for this recipe, it’s delicious! My family and friends love it. I also add extra salt sometimes to make salted caramel popcorn. Sweet and a lil bit salty... YUM!

Jenny your personality and sense of humor absolutely changes my day for the better, thank you so much. ☺☺☺ Oh yes, the popcorn looks good to.

Thank you! I've been looking for the recipe. Cn't wait to try it!.

Is this Jenny Jones! OMG!!! I love her!!!

Lol that dinosaur at the end....couldn't stop laughing

Jenny thanks so much for this recipe! I absolutely love it and will be making it often!

I love when they reach over and grab the popcorn. Lol.

I'm definitely trying this tonight! Thanks for the video! :)

I made 2 batches yesterday for a book club meeting & everyone loved it! I'm glad I didn't discover this video while pregnant. LOL

I just made this recipe today, following instructions to a T. It's the best carmel corn I've ever eaten. Perfect salty-sweet ratio in my mouth and a perfect crunch. I used 1/3 cup almonds, 1/3 cup cashews and 1/3 cup pecans. Yummy.

Love your kitchen! Thanks for the recipe, Jenny Jones!

Jenny I tried your recipe and it is perfect!!! I suggest that you pour the whole pan of syrup into the popcorn and cover your bowl with another bowl and SHAKE IT ABOUT. Easy peasy...

its so delecious !!!!!!!!! thank you for the great recipe :) ..for all ppl asking why bake ....it's so important to bake it for an hour cuz this is what gives the pop corn it's crispy taste ....go ahead and give it a try :)

Very entertaining video, you're one of my favorite chefs. I will try this, thanks Jenny!

yum, this looks so good! perfect for the fall season.

Great video! Can’t wait to try. BTW, whenever I mix anything with popcorn, I grab a second bowl of the same size, put it upside down on the other bowl, hold them together, and shake in every direction. This might work well here as well.

Adding the nuts takes this to another level! I’ll try a test batch, and if it turns out for me, I might give this to my husband’s breakfast buddies when Christmas rolls around in 2020. Your’s looks so, so good. TFS

Thank you!!! Made them for treat bags!!! I enjoyed the extras....delicious!!!

That ENDING! lol! Too darn cute! Am really digging your videos, Jenny! Thank you so much for sharing!

Great seeing your smiling face! Miss you from the teli! Look forward to trying the recipe!

You're always having fun in your videos. Funny ending. Cute ladybug timer. Thanks for sharing your recipe.

It's always fun watching your videos!

Awesome instructions!

LOL this is great! i'm making these today thank you Jenny! I can't stop laughing towards the end of the video hahaha

I made her recipe and that stuff was IMPOSSIBLE not to eat all up in one setting!

I can only guess because I have not made it with honey but I think the same amount would work. (I hope I'm right... but let me know how it turned out)

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JENNY, JENNY, JENNY, JENNY, JENNY!!! You're the best!

It took a moment before I recognized your face and name. Its good to see you are doing well.

Thanks so much for sharing!

Jenny Jones! OMG!!! I love your show and I must say you are a fantastic artist as well as a cook. Thanks for recipes.

Lol I'm about to make this hahaha that ending we hilarious 😂😂 I saw the little hand and I was like what was that 😂😂😂😂

loved the video espeicaly the popcorn stealing dinosaur at the end lol

Thank you for this video and all your videos . I love to watch you , and your sense of humor . Keep them coming .

Ms. Jenny - I find you so delightful, I can't help but smile every time you do. Thanks for doin' what you're doin'.

That ending though!! XD

I'm subscribing because you made this look so easy, and because of your sense of humor. I, too, know someone who would eat all of that caramel corn in two days........................................ahem.

This is the best and easiest recipe! Loved my popcorn!

Another winner!!! Thanks Jenny, you aresuch an inspiration!

hhh that end 😂

I would leave out the salt since the soda is adding more salt. but this looks very nice. I should make this or Christmas this year, too.

I have been making this for about 5 years every Christmas. Everyone loves it! Double the recipe; then the cook can keep some of it and packaging the rest for gifts.

thank you Jenny ! Cannot wait to try it today

mmmmmm popcorn!

Oh my I had no idea you were doing this I used to watch your show all the time. It's good to see you. :)

Can’t wait to make this !!!! Such a cute video too !! 😋

That looks so good!

oh the ending is halarious!!

I make this all the time, but I grated dark chocolate on it 😊

What a great video, Jenny! Terrific instructions at a pace I could follow.

Been so depressed and stressed this past while. Pulled out this video again to make my favorite feel good treat. Thanks again Jenny for me so amazing and an inspiration

Awesome job...Jenny!! I love making this caramel corn...it is indeed the BEST!!! I'm still laughing about the way you ended your video!! I subscribed! -Deronda :)

Jenny Jones!!!

Thank you Jenny your recipe was delicious, Its definitely the best ❤

Thank You Jenny! Love All Your Great Videos, Love You!