Sweet & Crunchy Caramel Popcorn

• 12-13 cups popped popcorn
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup golden syrup (or light corn syrup)
• 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 1 tsp vanilla essence

1. Prepare Popcorn:
   • Place the popped popcorn into a large, buttered bowl.
2. Make the Caramel Sauce:
   • In a heavy saucepan, combine the butter, golden syrup, and brown sugar.
   • Stir well and heat over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil.
   • Add the sweetened condensed milk and continue to simmer, stirring frequently, until the caramel reaches the soft ball stage. To check, drop a small amount of the syrup into cold water; if it forms a soft ball, it's ready.
3. Combine:
   • Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla essence.
   • Carefully pour the caramel sauce over the popcorn, stirring to coat evenly.
4. Cool & Enjoy:
   • Allow the caramel popcorn to cool before serving.

Enjoy your delicious, sweet & crunchy caramel popcorn!