Monday, November 11, 2013

Popcorn Balls

3/4 c. light corn syrup
1/4 c. butter or margarine
2 tsp. cold water
2 1/2 c. + 2 Tbsp. confectioner's sugar 
1 c. marshmallows
5 quarts (20 cups) plain popped popcorn (see here for a good recipe--thanks Lydia!)

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine corn syrup, butter, cold water, confectioners' sugar and marshmallows.  Heat and stir until the mixture comes to a boil.  Carefully combine the hot mixture with the popcorn, coating each kernel.  Grease hands with vegetable shortening and quickly shape the coated popcorn into balls before it cools.  Wrap with cellophane or plastic wrap and store at room temperature.  

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