# Caramel Cider Popcorn This Caramel Kettle Corn Recipe Includes Apple Cider for Flavoring By M | Published 2015-10-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramel-kettle-corn References: [heatherchristo](http://heatherchristo.com/cooks/2015/10/18/spiced-apple-cider-caramel-corn-with-candied-pecans/) & [heatherchristo](http://heatherchristo.com/) This Autumnal take on this [caramel kettle corn](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramel-corn-chex) recipe offers a bold flavor pairing with the addition of apple cider to give the popcorn a spiced taste. This is a great snack to enjoy during the fall season when apple cider is in abundance. The spiced apple cider caramel corn recipe was created by Heather Christo is a sweeter take on popcorn for those that enjoy [desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartfood-chocolate-caramel). The recipe calls for two cups of spiced apple cider further flavored with cinnamon and nutmeg. The cider is infused in a caramel sauce made from brown sugar and corn syrup that is later poured on the popcorn and baked. You can also add homemade candied pecans to the popcorn for added crunch and spice with a seasoning made from sugar, salt, cinnamon and cayenne. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Spiced Caramel Flavors:** Opportunity for food companies to create innovative snacks and desserts using spiced caramel flavors. - **Seasonal Flavor Combinations:** Opportunity for food and beverage companies to experiment with seasonal flavor combinations to create unique products. - **Gourmet Popcorn:** Opportunity for popcorn manufacturers to elevate their products by creating gourmet flavors and adding unique ingredients. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for food and beverage industry to explore new recipes and flavors to meet consumer demand. - **Snack Food:** Opportunity for snack food industry to develop and market unique popcorn flavors and combinations. - **Dessert:** Opportunity for dessert industry to incorporate spiced caramel popcorn into their offerings as a versatile ingredient or standalone treat. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sweet Cinnamon Popcorn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-butter-microwave-popcorn.md) - [Cinnamon Bun-Flavored Popcorns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnabon-drizzled-kettle-corn.md) - [Festive Biscuit-Flavored Popcorns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popcorn-kitchen-gingerbread.md) - [Pre-Seasoned Holiday Popcorn](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flavor-wrapped-popcorn.md) - [Autumnal Popcorn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grandmas-stuffing-popcorn.md) - [Purposeful Pumpkin Spice Popcorns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purposeful-popcorn-snacks.md) - [Cupcake-Flavored Popcorn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartfood-cinnamon-sugar-cupcake-popcorn.md) - [Dessert-Flavored Popcorn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartfood-chocolate-caramel.md) - [Artisan-Inspired Popcorn Seasonings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kernel-seasons.md)