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These popcorn balls are a snap to make with freshly popped popcorn, sugar, and corn syrup. Make these popcorn snacks for a party or game-day gathering.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup corn oil
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels (about 4 quarts popped)
- 1/2 cup dark corn syrup
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter (for hands)
Steps to Make It
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Gather the ingredients.
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Heat corn oil in a 4-quart saucepan over medium heat for about 3 minutes.
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Add popcorn and cover, leaving cover just slightly ajar. Shake frequently over medium heat until popping stops.
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Meanwhile, mix together corn syrup, sugar, and salt.
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Add the syrup mixture to the popped corn in the pan, stirring and tossing constantly over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes, or until sugar is dissolved and popcorn is evenly coated with mixture. Remove from heat.
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Using buttered hands, gently shape the popcorn mixture into balls.
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