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Popcorn Balls

Popcorn Balls are sweet, crunchy treats perfect for holidays! Kid-friendly snacks with salted popcorn, butter, corn syrup, vanilla, and sugar.

Prep Time
20 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 270 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 7 quarts Popcorn 28 cups, popped
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees.
  2. Line 2 baking sheets with wax paper.
  3. Add popcorn to 2 disposable foil baking pans and place into oven to stay warm.
  4. To a large saucepan add the sugar, corn syrup, water and salt, stirring well.
  5. Cook to 235 degrees, whisking every few minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and whisk in butter and vanilla extract.
  7. Remove popcorn from oven and spread the sugar mixture over the two pans.
  8. Toss popcorn well to coat.
  9. Let cool for 2-3 minutes (or until it is not too hot to handle) then form into 3-4 inch thick balls with your hands.
  10. Place onto baking sheets to cool completely before storing in airtight containers.

Notes

  • Note: Wearing food safe plastic gloves and keeping them wet between each ball will help prevent sticking.
  • Note: Wearing food safe plastic gloves and keeping them wet between each ball will help prevent sticking.

Nutrition Information

Calories 270kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 59g (20%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 8mg (3%) Sodium 69mg (3%) Potassium 84mg (2%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 39g (78%) Vitamin A 138IU (3%) Calcium 6mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 270

% Daily Value*

Calories 270kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 59g 20%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 8mg 3%
Sodium 69mg 3%
Potassium 84mg 2%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 39g 78%
Vitamin A 138IU 3%
Calcium 6mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.