Like the Empire’s deadly Death Star, making popcorn balls can be very dangerous. Do not dare to make them without the help of an adult.
Makes 2 to 3 popcorn balls.
INGREDIENTS
1/3 |
cup popcorn kernels |
3 |
cups sugar |
11/2 |
cups water |
1/2 |
cup light corn syrup |
1/2 |
tablespoon salt |
1 |
teaspoon vinegar |
1 |
teaspoon vanilla extract |
|
Butter or vegetable shortening for greasing hands |
1. Get an adult to help you with this recipe!
2. Pop the corn using whatever method you prefer.
3. Put the sugar, water, corn syrup, and salt in the saucepan. Stir well with a wooden spoon. Clip a candy thermometer on the side of the pan. Set the pan on the stove and switch on the heat to low. Add the vinegar and vanilla and cook, stirring constantly, until the thermometer reads 270°F.
4. Get an adult to carefully pour the hot sugar mixture over the popcorn and toss with two large spoons to coat every kernel. Allow to cool slightly.
5. Rub butter or vegetable shortening on your hands so the popcorn won’t stick to them. Then scoop up enough popcorn to form a ball about the size of a baseball.
6. Shape the ball with your hands.
