Recipes » Holiday » 4th of July » Patriotic Caramel Corn {free 4th of July printables!}
by Brenda Score onJune 8, 2012 (updated June 5, 2021)
Let’s continue with the patriotic theme here this week, shall we?
I took my favorite caramel corn in the whole wide world, a recipe from my dear friend Ann, and turned it into the happening-est 4th of July treat in town!
I usually associate this caramel corn with Christmas, as that’s when Ann brings a big bowl of it into the office each year. My family loves it so much that I always end up making at least a double batch every time, because it also happens to make just the perfect homemade gift. And we do love to give it! Our oldest daughter gets completely giddy filling up the little bags and attaching notes for family, friends, and teachers.
So I asked myself…why should this awesome treat be shunned at the peak of summer? There is no good reason! It’s the perfect time for Patriotic Caramel Corn!
I simply took the same caramel corn recipe I’ve been making for years, drizzled some melted white candy melts (12 oz. for 1 recipe of caramel corn) over it after the caramel corn had cooled in the pan, and then quickly and strategically sprinkled some red, white, and blue sprinkles over the melted white candy. After the white candy was completely set, I bagged the patriotic caramel corn individually.(Note: I also tried a batch using white chocolate instead of the white candy melts. The white chocolate was much softer and did not set up as well. I would not recommend it, especially if you intend to bag it.)
And then my friend Morgan designed the most fantastic set of 4th of July printables!
They are so much fun!
And you can print them off for free!
Yes!
So don’t dilly-dally in your American spirit. Bag up some Patriotic Caramel Corn or some plain (yet insanely delicious!) caramel corn… and then tie on some festive ribbon and one of these snappy little 4th of July tags. You’ve instantly got yourself the most happening sweet treat in all the town!
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Nicole —Reply
Thanks so much for the great recipe and cute idea. I made this for the fourth, with the addition of red and blue M&Ms, and it was delicious!
Brenda —Reply
Yay! I’m so glad you liked it, too! :)
Christene Houston {Author - A Heart So Broken} —Reply
Absolutely loving your patriotic nibbles. This looks great and thanks for the free printable!
Sweetsugarbelle —Reply
I’m kind of obsessed with your blog! You always have the best ideas…
Becky —Reply
What a special treat for Independence Day! Love it! Please link up to Foodie Friday
Katie —Reply
I will forever be a patriot when it involves caramel corn. :)
cluttercafe —Reply
Very cute. This will be on the party list for sure! Thanks!
nest of posies —Reply
this is perfect!
we love popcorn at our house. so this will be a winner for sure. thanks for the printable!
xo
kelliethe wicked noodle —Reply
LOVE!!! I am SO making these!
Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious —Reply
What a cute idea! I’ll have to make this for my niece and nephew. I’m sure they’ll be over then moon when they get these!
Lynna —Reply
these are adorable! :)
Brenda —Reply
Thank you, Lynna – nice to hear from you! (I’ve been meaning to try that mint ice cream, too!)
Paula —Reply
FUN!!
Brenda —Reply
THANKS!! ;)
Nancy @ CouponClippingCook —Reply
What a festive and delicious idea. I just love the red, white, and blue sprinkles on this yummy looking caramel corn. (seriously, my mouth is watering…)
Brenda —Reply
Thank you, Nancy! :)
Becca - Cookie Jar Treats —Reply
Yum. I love caramel corn, but I haven’t had it in the longest time. And with all the festive twists you’re putting on things, it’s getting me more in the mood for the 4th of July :)
Julia {The Roasted Root} —Reply
I love how creative you are with your patriotic treats lately! Keep ’em coming!
Brenda —Reply
Thanks, Julia – I will! :)
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar —Reply
So fun! Love this snack idea!
blog is the new black —Reply
this so cute and festive!
Laura (Tutti Dolci) —Reply
Love the patriotic spin on caramel corn – so fun and festive!
Cassie —Reply
So fun. I love homemade caramel corn. I have a wonderful recipe and now I’m thinking about making it this weekend. I will have to add white chocolate to it too!
Elisabeth —Reply
This looks like fun! Here’s another fun thing you may want to try…
http://themagicapron.wordpress.com/2011/06/30/patriotic-popcorn/
