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Popcorn Balls Recipe

Popcorn Balls Recipe

Learn the best popcorn balls recipes in this complete guide. We will explain how to make Halloween popcorn balls at home.
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Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Cooling Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8 People
Calories: 145kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 Cups Popped Popcorn
  • 1/2 Cup Light Corn Syrup
  • 1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Tbsp Butter
  • 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 Tsp Salt
  • 1/4 Tsp Baking Soda

Instructions

  • Pop corn and remove unpopped kernels, spread on a baking sheet, and keep warm.
  • Butter the hands and the wooden spoon before starting.
  • Combine corn syrup, sugar, and butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Stir until the mixture bubbles, then stop stirring and let it boil for 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, quickly add vanilla, salt, and baking soda (mixture will foam).
  • Pour over warm popcorn immediately and mix with a wooden spoon.
  • Form into baseball-sized balls with buttered hands.
  • Place on parchment paper and cool completely (30 minutes).

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcal