Popcorn Balls Without Marshmallows Or Corn Syrup
Are you a fan of popcorn balls but don't enjoy using marshmallows or corn syrup? If so, then you've come to the right place! Here's a simple and delicious recipe for making popcorn balls without those two ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 12 cups of popped popcorn
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1/4 cup of honey
- 1/2 cup of light corn syrup
- 1/2 tsp of salt
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
Instructions:
- Grease a large mixing bowl and set it aside.
- In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, water, honey, corn syrup, salt, and butter. Heat the mixture over medium heat and stir until the sugar has dissolved.
- Clip a candy thermometer to the side of the pan and continue cooking without stirring until the mixture reaches 280°F (138°C).
- Remove the pan from heat and add the vanilla extract.
- Pour the mixture over the popped popcorn in the greased mixing bowl and stir until the popcorn is evenly coated.
- Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes so that it's easier to handle.
- Using greased hands, shape the mixture into balls of your desired size. Place the balls on a greased baking sheet to cool completely.
- Store the popcorn balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Tips:
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent the mixture from burning.
- Be careful when handling the hot mixture as it can cause burns.
- You can add food coloring or sprinkles to the mixture for added flair.
- Experiment with different flavors by adding extracts such as almond or peppermint.
Now that you have a delicious and easy recipe for making popcorn balls without marshmallows or corn syrup, you can enjoy this classic treat without any guilt. Give it a try and enjoy!