Popcorn Balls

ratherbeswimmin''s Note:

Another one of our favorite Halloween goodies.

• Total Time: 1 hrs
• Prep Time: 45 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 2 quarts popped popcorn
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1⁄3; cup water
• ½ cup dark corn syrup
• ¼ cup butter (no substitutes)
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Place popcorn in a large bowl; set aside.
2. In a heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, water, corn syrup, butter and salt.
3. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
4. Continue cooking without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 270 degrees.
5. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla.
6. Pour over popcorn; stir until evenly coated.
7. When cool enough to handle, quickly shape into balls.
8. Wrap in plastic wrap.

Reviews

[foundewe]

There wasn't very much flavor, and it was so chewy it was like having your jaw wired. I will continue looking for another recipe.

[daggersmommy]

Just finished making these. What a yummy treat for the start of fall. This is a tradition I'm hoping to start with my 2 year old. I used to be green with envy of the kids that got these during the Halloween season! I also substituted white corn syrup for the dark. They turned out beautifully!

[mylife4it]

Wonderful yummy recipe! I made them for my son's preschool treat. Very easy to make. Tip: put your hands inside sandwich bags like gloves when forming the balls, that way it won't stick to your hands especially if it's still too hot!