Name: Molasses Popcorn Balls (Standard)
Prep time: 18 min
Cook time: 27 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 10 cups Popped Popcorn; 1/2 cup Molasses; 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar; 2 tbsp Butter; 1/4 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract

Recipe tier

A nostalgic treat! These popcorn balls are made with a simple molasses-based syrup for a sweet and chewy delight.

Total 45 min

Serves 10

Steps 6

Ingredients 6

Popcorn
10 cups 2.4 L Popped Popcorn
Molasses Syrup
cup 120 mL Molasses
cup 60 mL Granulated Sugar
2 tbsp 30 mL Butter
tsp 1.25 mL Salt
tsp 1.25 mL Vanilla Extract

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Instructions

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Pop the popcorn and remove any unpopped kernels.
In a medium saucepan, combine all Molasses Syrup ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
Boil for 5 minutes, without stirring, until the mixture reaches the hard-ball stage (250-265°F / 121-129°C).
Remove from heat and quickly stir in the popped popcorn, ensuring it's evenly coated.
Grease your hands with butter or cooking spray. While the popcorn is still warm, form into balls.
Let cool completely before serving.