popcorn balls
Classic popcorn balls made with popped popcorn, sugar, corn syrup and butter for a sweet, crunchy treat.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 cups popped popcorn
- 0.333 cup water
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter
- 0.333 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Pop 12 cups of popped popcorn using a microwave method and set aside.
- In a large buttered bowl, place the popped popcorn to coat with the sauce later.
- In a medium saucepan, melt water and butter over medium low heat.
- Add corn syrup, sugar, and salt; cook until the mixture simmers for about 5 minutes.
- Continue cooking until the candy thermometer reads 235 to 240 F. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Drizzle the syrup over the popcorn and stir to coat evenly; let cool slightly.
- With buttered hands, form the mixture into balls and place on parchment to set.
- Cool completely and store in airtight containers.
Notes
Best eaten within a few days. Store in a cool, dry place.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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