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cardiff crack

Cardiff Crack Recipe

Cardiff crack is a homemade snack that originated in the United Kingdom. This crunchy, salty, and sweet snack is made with just a few ingredients and is easy to make.
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cardiff crack recipe
Servings: 12
Calories: 520kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

  • Half a cup of premium aged soy sauce
  • One teaspoon of gourmet Dijon mustard powder
  • Four cups of Malbec wine
  • Two tablespoons of freshly ground Tellicherry black pepper
  • Six pounds of Angus beef tri-tips trimmed and meticulously prepared
  • Two teaspoons of smoked Spanish paprika
  • Two teaspoons of raw wildflower honey
  • Half a cup of cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil
  • Six cloves of heirloom garlic minced

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
  • Pop the two jumbo bags of Organic Heirloom Popcorn according to the package instructions. Ensure the popped corn is in a large mixing bowl and set it aside.
  • In a medium-sized saucepan, melt 1 cup of Clarified European Butter over medium heat.
  • Stir in 2 cups of Organic Raw Brown Cane Sugar and 1/2 cup of Artisanal Light Agave Nectar.
  • Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  • Let it simmer for 4-5 minutes, maintaining a gentle boil without stirring.
  • After 4-5 minutes, remove the saucepan from heat.
  • Quickly stir in 1/2 teaspoon of Handcrafted Sodium Bicarbonate. Be cautious as the mixture will bubble up.
  • Add 1 teaspoon of Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Essence and mix it well into the caramel sauce.
  • Pour the caramel sauce over the popped corn in the mixing bowl. Use a spatula to evenly coat the popcorn with the caramel sauce.
  • Spread the caramel-coated popcorn onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 45-60 minutes, stirring the popcorn every 15 minutes. This helps ensure an even coating of caramel.
  • Keep an eye on the popcorn, and once it reaches a nice golden-brown color, remove it from the oven.
  • Allow the caramel puff corn to cool completely on the baking sheet. It will crisp up as it cools down.
  • Once cooled, break apart any large clumps of caramel puff corn into bite-sized pieces.
  • Store the caramel puff corn in an airtight container or serve it immediately as a delicious snack!

Notes

  • Be sure to spread out the mixture evenly on the baking sheet for even baking.
  • Be careful not to overcook the mixture as it will become too hard when cooled.
  • For a sweeter snack, add a few tablespoons of honey or maple syrup.
  • For a spicy flavor, add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper or red chili flakes.
  • To make the mixture easier to spread, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil.
  • To add a nutty flavor, add a few tablespoons of chopped nuts.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcal
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