Zebra Popcorn

[nverland]

Zebra Popcorn
Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 50 minutes Servings 8

Ingredients

Caramel Corn
8 cups popped popcorn plain
1 cup light brown sugar packed, or dark brown sugar
8 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or dark or milk chocolate chips
1 teaspoon coconut oil or shortening, divided
½ cup white chocolate chips

Instructions

Caramel Corn
Preheat the oven to 225°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
Check the popcorn for any kernels, remove, then transfer popcorn to a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
In a large, heavy bottomed pot, stir the brown sugar, butter, salt and corn syrup over medium heat until the butter has completely melted and is fully combined.
Bring the mixture to a low boil over medium heat white stirring continuously to avoid burning and sticking. Once at a low boil, stop stirring and continue cooking for 5 minutes.
Immediately remove from heat and stir in the baking soda and vanilla extract. The mixture will foam up rapidly (hence the need for the large, deep pot) but settle down quickly as you stir.
Pour the caramel over the popcorn and use tongs to toss until the popcorn is evenly coated.
Spread the caramel corn out on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until the popcorn has reached a deep amber color.
Remove popcorn from the oven and allow the popcorn to cool completely.

Toppings
Place the chocolate chips and half a teaspoon of coconut oil (or shortening) in a microwave-safe bowl, and heat in 30 second increments at 50% power, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth.
Drizzle the melted chocolate all over the popcorn.
Place the white chocolate chips and half a teaspoon of coconut oil (or shortening) in a microwave-safe bowl, and heat in 30 second increments at 50% power, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth.
Drizzle the melted white chocolate all over the popcorn.
Allow the chocolate to completely set up, about 30 minutes. Break up the popcorn and serve.

Notes

Storage Information
Zebra Popcorn should be stored after it has cooled completely. Transfer to an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place for up to 1 week. This popcorn is best enjoyed in the first few days. I do not recommend freezing the popcorn.