Popcorn Balls

 
 

(courtesy of My Baking Addiction)

These are a nice treat to enjoy into January after you’ve had your fill of holiday cakes and cookies. Popcorn balls are kind of like a mix between caramel corn and a rice krispie treat. They’re a little crunchy, a little sticky, a little sweet, and a little salty. It’s hard to eat just one!

You Need:

  • 3 quarts (12 cups) popped popcorn

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/2 cup light OR dark corn syrup 

  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

  • 3 tablespoons festive sprinkles (optional)

To Make:

  1. Spray a large roasting pan with nonstick cooking spray; add the popcorn and place it in a warm oven.

  2. In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, butter and salt. Bring this mixture to a boil while stirring constantly. Once it starts boiling, boil for 2 minutes – and keep stirring constantly!

  3. After 2 minutes, remove the syrup mixture from heat. Stir in vanilla and baking soda. The baking soda will cause the mixture to bubble up, so add it carefully.

  4. Pour the syrup mixture over the warm popcorn, stirring to coat well. Add in the sprinkles and mix to combine.

  5. Once the mixture has cooled slightly and is able to be touched, spray your hands with nonstick cooking spray. Work quickly to shape twelve 3-inch popcorn balls.

  6. Let cool completely and wrap individually in plastic wrap.

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