Chewy Popcorn Balls Recipe

Remember those delightful homemade popcorn balls in your trick-or-treat bag? Recreate the nostalgia with this chewy treat made from the goodness of Karo syrup. Get ready for a fun, hands-on cooking experience, just like making them with mom!

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup light corn syrup
• 1/4 cup margarine
• 2 teaspoons cold water
• 2 5/8 cups confectioners' sugar
• 1 cup marshmallows
• 5 quarts popped popcorn

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine:
   • 3/4 cup light corn syrup
   • 1/4 cup margarine
   • 2 teaspoons cold water
   • 2 5/8 cups confectioners' sugar
   • 1 cup marshmallows
2. Heat and stir the mixture until it comes to a boil.
3. Carefully combine the hot mixture with:
   • 5 quarts popped popcorn
4. Mix well to coat each kernel thoroughly.
5. Grease your hands with vegetable shortening to handle the hot mixture.
6. Quickly shape the coated popcorn into balls before it cools.
7. Wrap the popcorn balls with cellophane or plastic wrap.
8. Store at room temperature for a chewy delight anytime!

Tips:

• For a smoother shaping process, keep a bowl of cold water nearby to dip your hands into periodically.
• Get creative by adding colorful sprinkles or small candies to the popcorn mix for extra fun and flavor.