Grandma's Caramel Popcorn Balls

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Sort through popcorn; discard unpopped kernels.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Combine evaporated milk, sugar, corn syrup, margarine, and salt in a large saucepan over medium heat; attach a candy thermometer to the saucepan and bring mixture to a boil. Cook, stirring constantly, until caramel reaches 246 degrees F (119 degrees C), about 5 minutes.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Place some popcorn into a very large bowl; pour in some caramel and stir until evenly coated. Add remaining popcorn and caramel in batches, stirring well after each addition.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Scoop some popcorn mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap; gather and twist the plastic wrap to gently shape mixture into a ball. Place popcorn ball on the prepared baking sheet; repeat with remaining popcorn mixture. Cool popcorn balls until set, about 15 minutes.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (20 servings total)