Popcorn Balls Salted Caramel Recipe

1. 1

   Line a large baking sheet with greased parchment.

2. 2

   Make the caramel mixture by combining the butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup in a medium saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the butter has melted.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil, add the condensed milk, and continue to boil for 5 minutes, stirring to prevent scorching.

4. 4

   Remove from the heat and stir in half the salt.

5. 5

   Combine the popcorn and pecans, if using, in a large bowl.

6. 6

   Pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn and stir to coat completely.

7. 7

   Let the mixture cool slightly, about 3 minutes.

8. 8

   When the popcorn mixture is cool enough to handle, coat your hands with cooking spray and roll the mixture into 2-inch balls (measure out 1/4 cup per ball for reference).

9. 9

   Place the balls on the lined baking sheet.

10. 10

    Sprinkle with the remaining salt.

11. 11

    Let cool completely.

12. 12

    Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.