Description
A bowl of Peanut Butter Caramel Bites featuring golden caramel-coated popcorn with roasted peanuts, showcasing a perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors.
Ingredients
8 cups popped popcorn
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Pop the popcorn: Make sure your popcorn is fully popped and remove any unpopped kernels. Place it in a large mixing bowl.
Prepare the caramel sauce: In a small saucepan, combine peanut butter, honey, and brown sugar. Heat over medium-low, stirring continuously, until the mixture is smooth and begins to bubble gently. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
Combine: Pour the warm caramel sauce over the popcorn. Gently mix with a spatula until all the popcorn is evenly coated.
Shape the bites: Let the mixture cool slightly, then use your hands to shape the popcorn into bite-sized balls. If the mixture is sticky, lightly grease your hands with oil or butter.
Cool and set: Place the bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let them cool completely until firm.
Enjoy: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Pro Tip: Add a drizzle of melted chocolate or sprinkle with crushed nuts for extra flavor!
Enjoy these sweet, nutty, and chewy treats!