Rainbow Popcorn Recipe
A festive rainbow popcorn provides a simple, colorful treat for any party or celebration.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 300 F and line a large pan with aluminum foil.
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Melt butter with sugar in a medium pot over low heat.
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Stir in water and vanilla extract, then bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
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Reduce heat to low and simmer, undisturbed, until a candy thermometer reads 238 F.
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Add your chosen food coloring.
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Immediately pour over popped popcorn and stir until evenly coated.
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Spread the colored popcorn onto the prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes.
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Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely on the pan before breaking into pieces.
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Store any leftover popcorn in an airtight container.