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Pop It Like It’s Hot

Caramel Popcorn, Whipped Cream, and Brownie Chunk Parfait

40 minutes
Serves 4
DessertAmericanGluten-freeNut-free
Herb's take

American comfort food meets whimsical layering in this over-the-top parfait, starring caramel popcorn in every bite. We’ll build airy, crunchy, and fudgy layers, plus you’ll learn the science of caramel (spoiler: temperature control is everything).

Ingredients

Yield
4

Instructions

  1. 01
    Preheat oven to 250°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 02
    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, and 1/2 cup heavy cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  3. 03
    Boil for 4 minutes without stirring. Remove from heat, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and kosher salt.
  4. 04
    Immediately pour the hot caramel over the popcorn in a large mixing bowl. Toss gently to coat all kernels.
  5. 05
    Spread the caramel-coated popcorn out on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until crisp. Cool completely.
  6. 06
    While popcorn cools, whisk 1 cup heavy cream, confectioners’ sugar, and remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a medium bowl until stiff peaks form.
  7. 07
    To assemble, layer brownie cubes in the bottom of 4 parfait glasses. Add a scoop of caramel popcorn, then a generous spoonful of whipped cream. Repeat layering until glasses are full, ending with a dollop of whipped cream and a final flourish of caramel popcorn on top.
  8. 08
    Serve immediately for maximum crunch and contrast.

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