Maple Caramel Corn

This is a healthy and tasty treat to satisfy your sweet tooth. Perfect for parties, movies, or an after school snack.

Popcorn:
2 to 3 tablespoons virgin coconut oil
¼ teaspoon sea salt
1 cup organic popcorn kernels
 
Caramel:
½ cup coconut oil or organic butter
1 cup maple syrup
a few dashes sea salt

• Preheat oven to 325º F.
• Heat an 8-quart stockpot over high heat for a minute or so. Add oil and salt, then popcorn. Cover and cook for a few minutes, moving the pot vigorously, until the popping has subsided. Immediately remove from heat to prevent burning and pour popcorn into two bowls.
• In a medium saucepan heat the coconut oil or butter, maple syrup, and a few dashes of sea salt over medium heat. Once small bubbles form, cook for 4 to 5 minutes whisking occasionally until thickened and foamy. Quickly pour half of the caramel over each bowl of popcorn and toss together using two large spoons. Spread into two shallow baking pans or cookie sheets and place in the oven.
• Bake for 10 minutes stirring half way through. Let cool completely. Caramel corn will crisp up as it cools. Once completely cooled, store in a tightly sealed container to keep crisp. Yields about 4 quarts.

 
From Nourishing Meals by Alissa Segersten & Tom Malterre