Description
Easy-to-make Christmas popcorn balls, a festive and fun holiday treat for all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups popped popcorn
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup red and green candy melts or sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Place popcorn in a large bowl, removing any unpopped kernels.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat and simmer until the mixture reaches 250°F on a candy thermometer.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Pour the syrup over the popcorn, mixing gently to coat evenly.
- Let cool slightly, then shape into balls with lightly greased hands.
- If desired, roll in candy melts or sprinkles while still warm.
- Place on parchment paper to cool completely.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- For extra flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon or peppermint extract.
- If the syrup hardens too quickly, reheat gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popcorn ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Christmas popcorn balls, holiday treats, festive snacks, easy dessert