Basketball Popcorn Balls From Abcs The View Recipes

BASKETBALL POPCORN BALLS FROM ABC'S THE VIEW

Steps:

• Microwave butter and marshmallows in large microwaveable bowl on HIGH for 1 + to 2 minutes or until marshmallows are puffed. (As an alternative, you can use the stove top as long as there is close supervision!).
• Stir in gelatin until well mixed.
• Pour marshmallow mixture over popped popcorn and candy corns in a large bowl.
• Mix lightly until well coated.
• Shape into about 15 balls, or other shapes, with greased/buttered hands.
• If not serving immediately, wrap each ball individually in plastic wrap after they have completely cooled.
• Make lines on orange balls like a basketball, and serve on a "fake" court with hoop.

BEST EVER POPCORN BALLS

Steps:

• In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the corn syrup, margarine, cold water, confectioners' sugar and marshmallows. Heat and stir until the mixture comes to a boil. Carefully combine the hot mixture with the popcorn, coating each kernel.
• Grease hands with vegetable shortening and quickly shape the coated popcorn into balls before it cools. Wrap with cellophane or plastic wrap and store at room temperature.

TRADITIONAL POPCORN BALLS

Steps:

• Place popcorn in a large baking pan; keep warm in a 200° oven. , 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). , Remove from the heat. Add the butter, vanilla and food coloring if desired; stir until butter is melted. Immediately pour over popcorn and stir until evenly coated. , When mixture is cool enough to handle, quickly shape into 3-in. balls, dipping hands in cold water to prevent sticking.