Ingredients for Bare Bones Molasses Popcorn Balls
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How to Make Bare Bones Molasses Popcorn Balls
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup molasses and 1/2 cup granulated sugar.
- Grease a large mixing bowl with cooking spray or butter and add 6 cups of popped popcorn.
- Lightly grease a large spoon or spatula with cooking spray or butter.
- Set the greased bowl aside.
- Over medium-high heat, bring the molasses and sugar mixture to a rolling boil, stirring constantly with a heatproof spatula or spoon.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and continue to stir for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly. (Watch carefully to prevent burning).
- Carefully pour the hot molasses mixture over the popcorn in the prepared bowl.
- Stir gently but thoroughly to coat all the popcorn. Add 1/2 cup unsalted peanuts (optional) at this point.
- Let the mixture cool slightly (about 5-7 minutes), until it's still warm but manageable to handle.
- Using your greased hands or spoons, shape the popcorn mixture into balls.
- Place the popcorn balls on wax paper to cool completely.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
172g
Fat
4g
Carbs
20g
