Caramel Corn Crunch

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 250 F.
2. 2
   Pour the hulless popcorn into a large roasting pan that has been lightly sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
3. 3
   In a medium-sized saucepan, bring butter, sugar, salt and syrup to a gentle boil over medium high heat.
4. 4
   Boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Remove from heat and stir in baking soda.
6. 6
   The caramel will foam up a bit and lighten in color.
7. 7
   Stir to combine.
8. 8
   When well blended, pour caramel over the hulless popcorn and stir gently to coat all pieces.
9. 9
   Bake the caramel corn in a 250 F oven for 1 hour, stirring well every 15 minutes.
10. 10
    Remove from oven and stir once more; allow to cool.
11. 11
    Popcorn stores well in an airtight container.