POPCORN BALLS
Provided by Alton Brown
Time 35m
Yield 10 to 12 popcorn balls
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine the popcorn and cocoa nibs in a very large mixing bowl. Make sure to remove any unpopped kernels.
- Combine the corn syrup, sugar, molasses, water, salt, and vanilla in a 3 1/2-quart saucepan and put it over medium heat. Cover and bring to boil, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the lid and clip on a candy thermometer. Continue to cook until the mixture reaches 250 degrees F. Take the pan off the heat, remove the candy thermometer and immediately pour the mixture over the popcorn. Stir to coat the popcorn evenly. Cool until the mixture can be handled safely, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Using a large ice cream disher, scoop the popcorn mixture into 3-inch rounds onto a parchment lined half sheet pan, smoothing with buttered hands as needed. Cool completely. Wrap individually in plastic wrap or put them in an airtight container. Store for up to 2 days.
- Put the oil, popcorn and salt in a large, 6-quart, metal mixing bowl. Cover with heavy-duty aluminum foil and poke 10 slits in the top with a knife. Put the bowl over medium heat and shake constantly using tongs to hold the bowl. Continue shaking until the popcorn finishes popping, approximately 3 minutes. Remove the bowl from the heat and carefully remove the foil. Stir in any salt that is on the side of the bowl. Melt the butter in the microwave. Slowly drizzle over the popcorn, while spinning the bowl. Serve immediately.
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Muhammad Sahan
[email protected]These popcorn balls are a fun and festive treat for the holidays. I love to make them for Christmas and Halloween.
Sophie Mabukane
[email protected]I'm allergic to nuts, so I was thrilled to find this recipe for nut-free popcorn balls. They're just as delicious as the traditional kind.
Judith Balaia
[email protected]These popcorn balls are the perfect treat for a party or potluck. They're always a crowd-pleaser.
Janet Alewu
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses mini marshmallows. They melt perfectly and give the popcorn balls a gooey, chewy texture.
Mason Elichme
[email protected]These popcorn balls are the perfect snack for movie night. They're light and airy, and they don't weigh me down.
Yasin Mai
[email protected]I've tried other popcorn ball recipes, but this one is the only one that doesn't turn out hard and chewy. The popcorn balls are always soft and fluffy.
Malicious Killer
[email protected]These popcorn balls are so easy to make, even my kids can help. We love to make them together as a family activity.
Mina Acharya
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of popcorn, but these popcorn balls are delicious! The sweetness of the marshmallows and the saltiness of the popcorn balance each other out perfectly.
Md Enamul
[email protected]I've been making popcorn balls for years, but this recipe is by far the best. The popcorn balls are always light and fluffy, and they never stick to my teeth.
Betty Ferriss
[email protected]These popcorn balls were a hit at my son's birthday party! They were so easy to make and the kids loved them.