Why are my popcorn balls not sticking together?

The main reason popcorn balls do not stick together is related to your timing and the temperature of the syrup. If you attempt to form the popcorn into balls while the syrup is still too warm, they will not hold their shape.

How do you make popcorn balls for Christmas?

Ingredients

1. 1/2 cup whole kernel unpopped popcorn about 12 cups popped.
2. 1 cup granulated sugar.
3. 1/2 cup light corn syrup.
4. 1/3 cup salted butter.
5. 1/2 tsp kosher salt.
6. 1 tsp vanilla extract.
7. 1/4 tsp baking soda.
8. 2 oz Christmas colored mini M&Ms about 1/4 cup.

How do you make sweet popcorn crispy?

Put the oil in a large saucepan with a tight-fitting lid over a medium heat. Toss the popcorn kernels in the oil to coat. Put the lid on, and keep over a medium heat until you hear the first popcorn pop, then turn the heat to medium-low. When you begin to hear lots of popping, give the pan a shake.

What is poppycock popcorn?

Poppycock is a brand of candied popcorn. Though it is marketed in a variety of combinations, the original mixture consists of clusters of popcorn, almonds, and pecans covered in a candy glaze. Other specialty combinations include mixtures with emphasis on cashews, chocolate, and pecans.

Does Candycorn melt?

Frozen candy corn works wonders in baked goods, pancakes, and waffles, or just for snacking. Candy corn is also great melted…. yes, melted candy corn can do magic in the kitchen and bring out the mad scientist in you. Add to glass container, heat in microwave for 30 seconds.

How long can Popcorn Balls be stored?

2 weeks
Store: You can keep Popcorn Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, but they are best the first week. Bring to room temperature to soften Popcorn Balls. Freeze: Wrap each Popcorn Ball tightly in plastic wrap and store balls in a freezer safe zipper bag.

Why are my Popcorn Balls not sticking together?

The main reason popcorn balls do not stick together is related to your timing and the temperature of the syrup. If you attempt to form the popcorn into balls while the syrup is still too warm, they will not hold their shape.

How do you make ooey gooey Popcorn Balls?

How to make

1. Combine butter and marshmallows in 8-quart saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until marshmallows are melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat. Add kettle corn; stir until popcorn is coated.
2. Shape mixture into 20 (2 1/2-inch) balls with buttered hands. Wrap each ball in waxed paper.

How do you make Popcorn Balls without marshmallows?

Directions

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, corn syrup, butter and water. Stir and heat to hard-crack stage or 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Remove from heat, add vanilla or vinegar; mix well.
2. Pour slowly over popped popcorn while stirring. Wait 5 minutes and shape into 3 inch round balls.

How do you make Popcorn Balls?

Directions

1. Place popcorn in a large baking pan; keep warm in a 200° oven.
2. 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).
3. Remove from the heat.
4. When mixture is cool enough to handle, quickly shape into 3-in.

How do you get popcorn to stick together?

The Karo® Light Corn Syrup is the key ingredient to this popcorn balls recipe to get them to stay together. I have tried using other ingredients and have found that they don’t hold the popcorn together as well.

What is the best way to make caramel popcorn balls?

Place popped popcorn in a large bowl and set aside.

1. Cook caramel in microwave. Add butter, brown sugar and corn syrup in a microwave safe bowl.
2. Add in vanilla and baking soda. Remove caramel mixture from microwave and stir in vanilla and baking soda.
3. Coat popcorn with caramel and form into balls.

How do you stick popcorn together?

You can also use a corn-syrup-and-sugar concoction to glue popcorn together, or use both melted marshmallows and corn syrup. Make bright popcorn balls with food coloring or gelatin powder.

Are popcorn balls easy to make?

Popcorn Balls are an easy way to make everything from movie nights to parties to holiday celebrations more fun. And this easy popcorn ball recipe is a great basic recipe! It’s really similar to the recipe for cereal treats with a few tweaks and additions. The popcorn balls are delicious with candy added or as-is!

How do you wrap popcorn balls?

Place on waxed paper; cool. Wrap popcorn balls individually in plastic wrap, or place in plastic bags and tie with ribbon or raffia.