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Popcorn Balls

Popcorn Balls

Old-fashioned, sweet, and perfectly chewy — these buttery Popcorn Balls are a nostalgic treat that’s as fun to make as they are to eat! Add festive sprinkles for any holiday or keep them classic for that timeless, homemade charm.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Course Appetizer, Dessert, Snack
Servings 12 people
Calories 765 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 cups popped popcorn
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup Karo Corn Syrup
  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 tablespoons festive sprinkles optional

Instructions
 

  • 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!
  • Once 2 minutes has passed, remove the syrup mixture from heat. Stir in vanilla and baking soda.
  • Pour mixture over the popcorn and stir to coat
  • Add in any festive extras
  • Let cook slightly and shape into twelve 3-inch popcorn balls.

Notes

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Nutrition

Calories: 765kcalCarbohydrates: 151gProtein: 18gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 96mgPotassium: 451mgFiber: 21gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 118IUCalcium: 11mgIron: 5mg
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