Best 2 Colorful Popcorn Balls Recipes
**Colorful Popcorn Balls: A Rainbow of Sweet and Crunchy Treats**
Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors and colors with our collection of popcorn ball recipes. These playful treats transform the classic popcorn snack into vibrant and delectable confections. From the vibrant hues of Unicorn Popcorn Balls to the patriotic spirit of Red, White, and Blue Popcorn Balls, each recipe offers a unique twist on the beloved snack. Dive into the magical world of Rainbow Popcorn Balls, where every bite bursts with a symphony of flavors. Explore the nutty goodness of Peanut Butter Popcorn Balls, the tangy zest of Lemon Popcorn Balls, and the irresistible sweetness of Chocolate Popcorn Balls. With these recipes, popcorn balls are no longer just a movie night snack – they're an explosion of colors, flavors, and pure joy. Get ready to create a rainbow of memories with every bite!
TRADITIONAL POPCORN BALLS
Kids of all ages enjoy this popcorn ball recipe as an old-fashioned holiday treat. One batch goes a long way. -Cathy Karges, Hazen, North Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place popcorn in a large baking pan; keep warm in a 200° oven. , In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, water and salt. Cook over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 235° (soft-ball stage). , Remove from the heat. Add the butter, vanilla and food coloring if desired; stir until butter is melted. Immediately pour over popcorn and stir until evenly coated. , When mixture is cool enough to handle, quickly shape into 3-in. balls, dipping hands in cold water to prevent sticking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
HOW TO MAKE RAINBOW POPCORN BALLS
Steps:
- In a small pot over medium high heat combine corn syrup, butter, sugar, marshmallows, water, vanilla and salt. Keep stirring until mixture comes to a boil.
- Separate popcorn into bowls depending on how many different colors you are using. If you are using 5 colors, separate popcorn into 5 bowls - this will make it safer so you don't mix colors.
- Carefully (it's hot) pour your syrup mixture into bowl of popcorn. Make sure to equally distribute into each bowl of popcorn. For example if you are using 5 colors, separate the syrup into 5 equal parts.
- Add 2 drops of food coloring to the bowl.
- With a spoon stir popcorn so every piece is coated with syrup mixture. Tip: Use a different spoon for each bowl so you don't mix colors.
- Using your hands shape into popcorn balls (whatever size you prefer). You have to do this quickly before the syrup cools off. You can use food safe plastic gloves sprayed with nonstick spray to make this easier to do.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- To make sure your popcorn balls are perfectly round, use a cookie scoop to measure out the popcorn mixture before rolling it into balls.
- If you don't have any corn syrup, you can use honey or maple syrup instead.
- Be careful not to overcook the sugar mixture, or it will become too hard and brittle.
- Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or almond extract to the melted butter for extra flavor.
- For a fun variation, try adding different colors of food coloring to the sugar mixture before pouring it over the popcorn.
Conclusion:
Popcorn balls are a fun and easy treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make delicious and festive popcorn balls that are perfect for any occasion. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give popcorn balls a try!
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