Popcorn Honey Balls
A sweet and chewy snack made by coating freshly popped popcorn in a simple honey and brown sugar caramel. These easy-to-make balls are a classic treat perfect for parties or movie nights. They set up quickly and require no baking.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 35 min
- Serves
- 6
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 252 kcal
Allergen information: may contain milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 12 cuppopped popcorn, plain, unsalted
- 0.75 cupbrown sugar, packed
- 0.33 cuphoney
- 2 tbspunsalted butter
- 1 pinchsalt
- 1 tspvanilla extract(optional)
Equipment
saucepan · measuring cups · large bowl · spatula · baking sheet · parchment paper · measuring spoons
The method
Step by step
- 1
Place the popped popcorn in a very large bowl and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the bowl is large enough to allow for easy mixing without spilling.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, honey, unsalted butter, and salt.
About 1 min
- 3
Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the butter is fully melted and the sugar has dissolved.
About 3 min
- 4
Increase the heat slightly to bring the mixture to a boil, then let it bubble for one minute without stirring.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Boiling the syrup helps it reach the right temperature to harden properly when cooled.
- 5
Remove the pan from the heat and carefully stir in the vanilla extract, if you are using it.
- 6
Immediately pour the hot syrup mixture evenly over the popcorn.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: The syrup is extremely hot, so pour carefully and avoid touching it with your skin.
- 7
Use a greased spatula or two spoons to gently toss the popcorn until it is evenly coated in the syrup.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Work quickly, as the syrup will begin to set as it cools.
- 8
Lightly grease your hands with butter or oil, then scoop portions of the mixture and gently press them into firm balls.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Don't press too hard, or the popcorn balls will be dense instead of light and crispy.
- 9
Place the finished balls on the prepared baking sheet and let them cool completely for about 20 minutes until firm.
About 20 min
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 252kcal
- Protein
- 2.2g
- Carbs
- 52.5g
- Fat
- 4.8g
- Fibre
- 2.4g
- Sugar
- 39.9g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store in a single layer in an airtight container at room temperature.
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