Old-Fashioned Popcorn Balls
Old-Fashioned Popcorn Balls are a nostalgic treat with a sweet, sticky caramel coating that clings perfectly to fluffy popcorn. Ideal for parties, festivals, or a fun homemade snack, these popcorn balls offer a delightful crunch and rich flavor, appealing to kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Place popcorn in a large, buttered bowl.
- In a heavy 2-quart saucepan, stir together Karo syrup, water, brown sugar, and vinegar.
- Stir constantly over medium heat until the mixture boils.
- Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the temperature on a candy thermometer reaches 260°F or until a small amount of mixture dropped into very cold water forms a ball.
- Remove from heat; stir in margarine.
- Slowly pour the mixture over the popcorn.
- Make balls from the coated popcorn.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
402
kcal
20% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).