Vegan Maple Caramel Popcorn

Preparation time: 10 mins + 6 min cooking time 
Serves: 4

We actually call this Crackcorn because once you start eating it, it's simply impossible to stop! Luckily, it's a healthy snack or dessert option. It's got the perfect balance of sweet and salty and the caramel sauce is super easy and quick to make. 

INGREDIENTS

1/3 cup of popcorn kernels
1 tbsp coconut oil
3/4 cup flaked almonds
1/2 cup of maple syrup
3 tbsp of Sweet Roasted Peanut Butter
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp cinnamon

METHOD

1. Preheat oven to 180º
2. Heat coconut oil in a large pot, add a couple kernels, if they sizzle then you are ready
3. Put all the popcorn kernels into the pot and cover with the lid, cook until you hear no more popping. Remove and place in a large mixing bowl
4. For the caramel sauce, in a small saucepan, bring the maple to a boil over medium heat and boil for 2 minutes then whisk in the peanut butter, salt and cinnamon
5. Pour over the popcorn and mix together
6. Line a large baking tray and transfer the popcorn to the tray
7. Cook for 6 minutes in the oven (check half way in case the pan needs to be rotated)