Favorite Popcorn Balls

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter
• 2 cups light corn syrup
• 2 cups sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 12 cups popped popcorn
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the corn syrup, sugar, and salt. Stir continuously until the sugar has dissolved.
3. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Add the popcorn to the pan and stir until all of the popcorn is evenly coated with the mixture.
5. Using a spoon, scoop out the popcorn and shape it into balls.
6. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let cool.

Interesting Facts

• Popcorn balls are a traditional treat in the United States.
• Popcorn balls can be flavored with a variety of ingredients, such as peanut butter, chocolate, and marshmallows.
• Popcorn balls are a great way to use up left over popcorn from a movie night.