Halloween popcorn balls are a fun and festive treat perfect for spooky gatherings or trick-or-treating. These sweet and crunchy snacks are easy to make and can be customized with different colors and mix-ins to fit the Halloween theme.

Ingredients:

  • 10 cups of popped popcorn (air-popped or microwave)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Orange and black food coloring (optional)
  • Halloween sprinkles, candy eyes, or mini chocolate chips (optional)
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Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Popcorn: Pop the popcorn using an air popper or microwave, and make sure to remove any unpopped kernels. Place the popcorn in a large bowl and set it aside.
  2. Make the Syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves. Once it starts to bubble, stop stirring and let it cook for about 2-3 minutes until it reaches a soft-ball stage (about 235°F on a candy thermometer).
  3. Add Flavoring and Color: Remove the syrup from heat, and stir in the vanilla extract. If you're adding food coloring, divide the syrup into separate bowls and add a few drops of orange or black to each. Mix until the colors are fully combined.
  4. Coat the Popcorn: Quickly pour the syrup over the popcorn and stir gently with a spatula to coat all the kernels. Add any Halloween sprinkles, candy eyes, or mini chocolate chips for decoration.
  5. Shape into Balls: While the mixture is still warm, lightly grease your hands with butter or cooking spray and shape the popcorn into balls. Let them cool on a wax paper-lined tray.

These Halloween popcorn balls are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike!

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