Elsie's Easy Popcorn Balls

Name: Elsie's Easy Popcorn Balls
Prep time: P0Y0M0DT0H15M0.000S
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H10M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT0H25M0.000S
Yield: 12 to 24 balls
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons peanut oil; 4 tablespoons popcorn kernels; 1/2 tablespoon salt; 2 cups sugar; 1 cup water; 1 cup light corn syrup; 3 tablespoons butter

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Total: 25 min

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min

Yield: 12 to 24 balls

Total: 25 min

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min

Yield: 12 to 24 balls

Ingredients

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3 tablespoons peanut oil

4 tablespoons popcorn kernels

1/2 tablespoon salt

2 cups sugar

1 cup water

1 cup light corn syrup

3 tablespoons butter

Directions

In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat oil and kernels, uncovered, over high heat until first pop. Cover and remove from heat for 1 minute. Return to high heat and shake until popping ceases. Sprinkle with salt and shake to distribute evenly. Measure 2 quarts of popcorn, and reserve.
In a saucepan, carefully combine the sugar and water then add the corn syrup and butter. Bring to a boil and cook to soft crack stage. Pour over 2 quarts of popcorn and mix gently but thoroughly with a wooden spoon. Wearing gloves or baggies, mold into balls around popsicle sticks.