Popcorn Balls

5 ingredients
7 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1/2 c. corn syrup
  • 1 c. water
  • 1/4 tsp. salt (optional)
  • 3 qt. popped corn

Directions

  1. 1
    In a quart saucepan, combine sugar, syrup and water.
  2. 2
    Bring to boil over medium heat.
  3. 3
    Reduce heat; cook until candy thermometer reaches 280° or candy forms a ball when dropped in cold water. Remove from heat.
  4. 4
    Add salt.
  5. 5
    Pour over popcorn; stir to coat well.
  6. 6
    Shape into balls with buttered hands.
  7. 7
    Makes 12 popcorn balls.

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