Introduction

Welcome back to my millet recipe blog! Today, I’m excited to share a fun and tasty treat: Millet Caramel Popcorn. This crunchy snack is perfect for movie nights, parties, or just when you need a sweet and salty fix. We will be using popped sorghum millet to add a delightful twist to classic caramel popcorn. Let’s get started!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
• 1/4 cup sorghum millet
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup light corn syrup
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: Pop the Corn and Sorghum Millet

1. In a large pot with a lid, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the popcorn kernels, cover the pot, and shake occasionally until the popping slows down.
3. Remove from heat and transfer the popped popcorn to a large mixing bowl.
4. In the same pot, add the sorghum millet and cover with a lid.
5. Shake the pot gently until the sorghum starts popping (similar to popcorn), then transfer the popped sorghum to the mixing bowl with the popcorn.

Step 2: Prepare the Caramel

1. In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar, unsalted butter, light corn syrup, and salt.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a boil.
3. Once boiling, stop stirring and let it cook for 4-5 minutes until it reaches a light golden color.
4. Remove from heat and quickly stir in the baking soda and vanilla extract. The mixture will bubble up, so be careful.

Step 3: Coat the Popcorn and Millet

1. Immediately pour the hot caramel over the popcorn and popped sorghum millet.
2. Using a spatula, gently toss to coat the popcorn and millet evenly with the caramel.

Step 4: Bake the Caramel Popcorn

1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
2. Spread the caramel-coated popcorn and millet on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
3. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coating.

Step 5: Cool and Break

1. Remove the caramel popcorn from the oven and let it cool completely.
2. Once cooled, break it into clusters or individual pieces.

Conclusion

This Millet Caramel Popcorn is a delightful treat that combines the classic taste of caramel popcorn with the unique crunch of popped sorghum millet. It’s perfect for snacking, sharing, or gifting. Give this recipe a try and let me know how you like it in the comments below. Happy snacking!

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