Cake Batter Caramel Corn

Preheat oven to 250ºF.

Pop popcorn according to package instructions. Spread out on a greased sheet pan and remove all of the unpopped seeds.

In a saucepan combine butter, cake mix, sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Add vanilla to butter mixture and stir to combine.

Pour butter mixture over popcorn and stir to coat. Bake in the oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.

Add sprinkles as the popcorn comes out the last time. Stir to combine.

Let cool for 1 hour before serving.