Easy Popcorn Balls

 

Fall  Bucket List    : Popcorn Balls  recipe 

• 7 quart of Pop Popcorn 
• 1 C sugar
• 1 C light corn syrup
• 1/4 C water
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3 Tablespoon butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract 

1. Place popcorn in a large baking pan; keep warm in a 200° oven.
2. In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, water and salt. Cook over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 235° (soft-ball stage).
3. Remove from the heat. Add the butter, vanilla and food coloring if desired; stir until butter is melted. Immediately pour over popcorn and stir until evenly coated.
4. When mixture is cool enough to handle, quickly shape into 3-in. balls, dipping hands in cold water to prevent sticking.

1. Halloween fun.... 

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2. For a fun twist, make the basic recipe and
3.  divide it into a few portions. Then add different mix-ins to each. Think candies, nuts, dried fruit, even cereal.