Eggnog Popcorn Balls Recipe Recipe

Name: Eggnog Popcorn Balls Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 9 cups plain popped popcorn; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/3 cup light corn syrup; 1/3 cup water; 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar; 3/4 teaspoon fine salt; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick), cut into small pieces, plus more for coating the bowl and your hands; 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup toasted pecans, coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

9 cups plain popped popcorn
1 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup light corn syrup
1/3 cup water
1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
3/4 teaspoon fine salt
4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick), cut into small pieces, plus more for coating the bowl and your hands
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup toasted pecans, coarsely chopped

1
Coat a large heatproof bowl with butter, vegetable oil, or cooking spray and place the popcorn in the bowl.
2
Place the sugar, corn syrup, water, vinegar, and salt in a medium saucepan and stir to combine.
3
Place over high heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved, about 2 minutes.
4
Bring to a boil and cook until the mixture registers 260 degrees F on a candy/fat thermometer, about 5 to 7 minutes.
5
Remove from the heat and stir in the measured butter, nutmeg, and vanilla until melted and smooth.
6
Immediately drizzle the sugar mixture over the popcorn.
7
Add the pecans and stir continuously with a rubber spatula, scraping the bottom of the bowl, until the popcorn is thoroughly coated and cool enough to handle, about 3 minutes.
8
Using buttered or oiled hands, tightly press the mixture (it may still be a bit warm) into 3-inch rounds.
9
Place on waxed or parchment paper to cool completely, about 15 to 20 minutes.

873

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 9 cups plain popped popcorn, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/3 cup light corn syrup, 1/3 cup water, and more.

Yes, Eggnog Popcorn Balls Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Eggnog Popcorn Balls Recipe

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