Elsie's Easy Popcorn Balls
Serves: 6
Rowena Kautzer
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
50
Spice
49
Sweetness
50
Sourness
38
mins
Prep time (avg)
5
Difficulty
Ingredients:
3 tbsps
Peanut Oil4 tbsps
Popcorn Kernels1 tbsp
Salt2 cups
Sugar1 cup
Water1 cup
Light Corn Syrup3 tbsps
ButterDirections:
1
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat oil and kernels, uncovered, over high heat until first pop
2
Cover and remove from heat for 1 minute
3
Return to high heat and shake until popping ceases
4
Sprinkle with salt and shake to distribute evenly
5
Measure 2 quarts of popcorn, and reserve
6
In a saucepan, carefully combine the sugar and water then add the corn syrup and butter
7
Bring to a boil and cook to soft crack stage
8
Pour over 2 quarts of popcorn and mix gently but thoroughly with a wooden spoon
9
Wearing gloves or baggies, mold into balls around popsicle sticks