Lightened-Up Caramel Corn

Recipe posted in: Flex Meals & Snacks, Snacks, Snacks, Desserts
Caramel corn

What’s any holiday without Caramel Corn? Loads of sugar and the accompanying calories cause this classic holiday treat to be avoided at all costs when it comes to losing weight. At Nutrisystem, we want you to enjoy your favorite foods all while losing weight. And that’s why we created a Lightened-Up Caramel Corn recipe that’s just as delicious (and a whole lot healthier!) than any store-bought version.

Make a batch of this delicious Caramel Corn and serve for any holiday. Enjoy a serving as an after-dinner Flex snack or pack for an at-work treat. Whenever you decide to “indulge” in this holiday sweet treat, your taste buds and waistline will be thanking you. But beware, it’s SO delicious, you may want to double the ingredients—chances are, the whole family will want some!

What can possibly make this Caramel Corn recipe even better? It’s super simple to make. We’re talking three-step, five-ingredient easy. Combine coconut oil, maple syrup and vanilla extract until melted and boiling. Remove from heat and stir in a dash of salt. Let this mixture cool for about two minutes. Drizzle the “caramel” on top of three cups of air-popped popcorn, spread out on parchment paper, and let cool for 30 minutes so the caramel can harden.

Clocking in at juts 85 calories per serving, each cup of Caramel Corn counts as three Extras on your Nutrisystem meal plan.

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Servings: 3 (1 cup)

Calories per Serving: 85

On Nutrisystem, Count As: 3 Extras

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups air popped popcorn
  • ¼ cup sugar free maple syrup
  • 1 Tbsp. coconut oil, melted
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • Dash of sea salt

Directions:

  1. Combine oil, syrup and vanilla in a small saucepan. Boil for 2 minutes then remove from heat and stir in dash of salt. Let cool for 2 minutes.
  2. Drizzle on popcorn and toss to coat.
  3. Spread out onto parchment paper to cool for 30 minutes.
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