Description
Caramel popcorn balls are a delightful treat that brings together the crunch of popcorn and the rich sweetness of homemade caramel. These whimsical snacks are perfect for movie nights, parties, or simply indulging your sweet tooth. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can recreate this nostalgic favorite that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unpopped popcorn kernels
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn using an air popper or stovetop method until you have about 8 cups of popped corn. Spread it on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in brown sugar and corn syrup until combined. Bring to a boil without stirring for about 4 minutes, watching carefully.
- Remove from heat and add vanilla extract and salt. Stir to combine.
- Pour the hot caramel over the popcorn and gently fold until coated.
- Let cool slightly, then grease hands with butter and shape into golf ball-sized balls. Place on wax paper or parchment to set.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg