National Caramel Popcorn Day is an annual American holiday dedicated to this magnificent sweet. It is celebrated on April 6. Most people associate popcorn tightly with movie theaters or just watching movies at home. It is an excellent snack, which is also quite healthy for the body. Today’s holiday hero is its caramel version, which is sweeter and more calorie-dense.
History
The original popcorn was found during excavations in the territories where the Ancient American tribes lived. Fossilized popcorn balls were found in a cave. According to historians, popcorn was cooked over an open fire back then and was used more for decoration than food. To create such a delicious snack, certain varieties of corn must be used. One of the most popular is Zea mays L. var. Everta.
Popcorn began to be popularized in society in the 19th century. A caramelized variety of the sweet snack appeared in the 1870s. Its creators were brothers L. and F. Rückheim. They were natives of Germany and after moving to Chicago opened their own store for the production of popcorn. Their craving for experiments gave birth to caramel popcorn, which in addition to its sweet sticky coating was supplemented with crushed peanuts.
Interesting facts
- Rückheim Brothers popcorn was produced under the brand Cracker Jack. Production on an industrial scale began in 1896.
- The explosion of corn and its transformation into popcorn is caused by a small amount of starch with moisture inside. When heated, the corn kernels literally burst from the inside.
How to celebrate
Buy caramel popcorn to enjoy with your family or friends. Arrange to watch a home movie or visit a movie theater. You can also make your own popcorn. Recipes can be quickly found on the Internet.
Spread the word about the holiday on social media. Ask users when they first tried caramel popcorn. What were their impressions of the sweet snack?
When is National Caramel Popcorn Day celebrated in 2024?
National Caramel Popcorn Day is observed on April 6 each year.
Observations
| Saturday | April | 6 | 2024 |
| Sunday | April | 6 | 2025 |
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