popcorn recipe

Learn to make candied popcorn balls the old fashioned way. A vintage treat for Halloween, carnivals, festivals, or just because!

Popcorn Balls

popcorn kernels

choose

sugar

water

molasses or corn syrup

tsp vinegar

vanilla

salt

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. You’ll want to use enough oil to just cover the bottom of the pan, so adjust the amount accordingly.

You can test your oil by tossing in a few kernels and covering the pot.  Once they pop, you’ll know your oil is hot enough to add in the rest.

Add the rest of the popcorn in an even layer across the bottom of your pot.

Remove the pot from the heat for 20 seconds to allow all of the kernels to come to the same temperature. Once 20 seconds have passed, return the pot to the heat and cover. Once the kernels are really popping, carefully move the pot back and forth across the burner.

When the popping slows down and there are long pauses between pops, remove the popcorn from the heat and immediately transfer to a large bowl. Set aside.

In a saucepot with a heavy bottom, boil sugar, water and molasses or corn syrup over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Heat syrup until it reaches 260 degrees F. This can take anywhere from 10-30 minutes. The syrup will be extremely hot and sticky so be sure to cover your hand with an oven mitt when you take the temperature.

Add in vinegar, vanilla and salt. Stir just enough to mix well.

Immediately pour syrup over popcorn and turn with a rubber spatula to be sure it is all coated evenly.

Allow the popcorn mixture to cool for a few minutes, then spray your hands lightly with cooking spray and gently shape the popcorn into balls about the size of an apple.

Place on a sheet tray lined with wax paper or parchment and allow to cool until hardened.

Once cool, wrap balls in plastic wrap or place in plastic zipper bags to keep them fresh.

Note: we have reduced the amount of water from the original recipe printed in the vintage book to just 1/2 cup. This will cut the amount of time needed for the temperature to rise significantly, and should not effect the finished result.

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Popcorn Food History

This homemade Salt and Vinegar Popcorn is super easy to make and such a fun snack! This salty popcorn recipe is the best for a movie night at home, or just having a late night treat!

Salt and Vinegar Popcorn

popped popcorn (1/2 cup unpopped kernels)

Tbsp butter

tsp white balsamic vinegar

tsp kosher salt

dill

Using air popper, pop corn into a large bowl, picking out any unpopped kernels.

Place butter and balsamic vinegar into a deep bowl and microwave it for 30-60 seconds until the butter is melted. Whisk the butter and vinegar together and drizzle slowly all over the popcorn. I drizzled some and then mixed (shook) consistently so that it would evenly coat the mixture. If you get too much in one spot it will get chewy and shrivel.

As soon as the popcorn is coated with butter and vinegar sprinkle the salt and the dill evenly and mix/shake to coat.

Salted Caramel Popcorn

unpopped popcorn kernels (about 16 cups popped corn)

salted butter

brown sugar

corn syrup

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Set aside.

Pop popcorn kernels using air popper into a large bowl.

In a small saucepan melt butter, brown sugar, corn syrup and 1 teaspoon salt together over medium heat. Bring to boil. Boil for 4 minutes without stirring. Remove from heat and let it cool for 2 minutes. It needs to stop boiling before you pour it on the popcorn.

Pour caramel mixture over popcorn and stir to coat evenly.

Pour popcorn into lined pan, sprinkle remaining salt on top (1/2 tsp &#8211; 1 tsp depending on your personal taste preference) and place in oven. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.

Allow popcorn to cool on a parchment lined counter.

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Salted Caramel Corn

COOKIES AND CREAM POPCORN is SO easy and delicious! This Oreo White Chocolate Popcorn is perfect for a night in while binge-watching your favorite series on Netflix.

Cookies and Cream Popcorn

microwave popcorn

canola oil

chocolate almond

oreos (crushed into small pieces)

Prepare popcorn according to package instructions. Pour into a large bowl and set aside.

Heat oil and white chocolate in a small microwave safe bowl for 30 seconds at a time. Stir in between until fully melted and creamy. It should take between 1 - 1 1/2 minutes.

Pour the white chocolate over the popcorn and use a large spoon or spatula to stir all the popcorn until fully coated. It doesn't have to be perfect, you just want it as coated as possible.

Spray a large baking sheet with nonstick spray. Pour the popcorn over the baking sheet while still wet. Sprinkle with the crushed oreos and extra white chocolate chips.

Place in the fridge for approx. 20 minutes or until the chocolate has hardened.

Use a spatula to remove the popcorn from the baking sheet and pour into an airtight container until ready to snack.

Enjoy!

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COOKIES AND CREAM POPCORN is SO easy and delicious! This Oreo White Chocolate Popcorn is perfect for a night in while binge-watching your favorite series on Netflix. I love this sweet popcorn recipe for tailgating, parties, or just a simple dessert at home. Sweet and Salty for the win!

cookies and cream popcorn

Lightly salted popcorn, liberally drizzled with both white and dark chocolate.

Chocolate Covered Popcorn

popcorn (popped)

oz white chocolate wafers

oz dark chocolate wafers

vegetable oil ((optional))

Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with wax paper.  Spread popped popcorn evenly on both sheets.  Set aside.

In a microwave-safe bowl, add white chocolate wafers half the vegetable oil (if using), and microwave on MED power (50%) for 20-30 second intervals for the first minute, stirring after each cooking interval.

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