Caramel corn is made with popcorn covered in caramel or molasses, creating a sweet, crunchy treat. Mixes of caramel corn often contain nuts, like peanuts or almonds. There are many commercial forms of caramel corn available, such as Cracker Jacks. Vintage Peanuts strips continue to be sold in book form. ... This article refers to the plant. ... For the 1960s British childrens television series, see Crackerjack. ...