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I accidentally make the best popcorn topper and am going out of my mind trying to recreate it

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I accidentally created the ultimate popcorn topping, and now I’m going crazy trying to replicate it!

Typically, I just melt some ghee to drizzle over my popcorn, but the other day I decided to mix in some caster sugar with the ghee in the saucepan for about half a minute.

The result was incredible! It made the popcorn sticky and tasted just like toffee butterkist.

Unfortunately, I didn’t jot down the details of how I made it. My first attempt at recreating it was with a 3:1 ratio of ghee to sugar, but it didn’t yield the same sticky texture or flavor. I tried a 2:1 ratio next, which tasted better, yet still didn’t caramelize or stick together as I remembered.

My wife mentioned that I was basically making caramel and suggested I let it simmer on low heat for 8-10 minutes, but that’s not how I did it the first time. It was only in the pan for about 30 seconds, and I’m losing my mind trying to figure out the secret.

Does anyone have any ideas on what I might have done differently?

Edit: Apparently, I inadvertently discovered kettle corn! Thanks for the input, everyone!

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One response to “I accidentally make the best popcorn topper and am going out of my mind trying to recreate it”

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    It sounds like you stumbled upon a delightful kettle corn recipe! The quick mix of ghee and sugar was likely bringing out those sweet, caramelized flavors without going full-on caramel. Here are a few tips to help you recreate that magical popcorn topper:

    1. Ghee Temperature: Make sure your ghee is hot enough before adding the sugar. It should be bubbling slightly when you add the sugar to allow it to melt quickly and coat the popcorn.

    2. Stir Constantly: When you add the sugar, keep stirring it continuously. This will help prevent the sugar from burning and ensure it mixes well with the ghee.

    3. Ratio Experiment: Since you mentioned the 2:1 ratio was nicer, you might want to try different ratios in smaller increments, like 1.5:1, to find that perfect balance.

    4. Add a Pinch of Salt: A little bit of salt can enhance the flavor and help create that sweet and salty kettle corn vibe.

    5. Heat Control: If your first batch was short on the heat time, you might want to return to a low-medium heat while stirring for about 30 seconds to a minute, but watch closely to avoid burning.

    6. Popcorn Method: Ensure your popcorn is fresh and popped well. If you’re using an air popper, add the ghee/sugar mix quickly while the popcorn is still hot to help it stick together.

    7. Experiment with Timing: Since your first attempt was so quick, you might not have to wait too long for the sugar to melt. Trying a few test batches with a stopwatch could help nail down that perfect cooking time.

    Good luck, and I hope you get that fabulous toffee flavor back!

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