Popcorn Balls

29 mins

Make It Now Cooking Directions

These directions are for cooking this recipe to serve immediately and NOT to freeze for later.

1. In a large bowl, combine popcorn, raisins and peanuts. Set aside.
2. In a saucepan, melt butter, sugar and corn syrup over medium heat. Bring to a boil, and boil for 2 minutes stirring constantly.
3. Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and cinnamon.
4. Immediately pour over popcorn mixture, stirring to evenly coat all popcorn with syrup mixture.
5. Coat hands with non stick cooking spray and form popcorn into 1 cup sized balls.
6. Place on waxed paper to cool.
7. Wrap each ball in plastic wrap.
8. Store in airtight container.

31 mins

Freeze For Later Cooking Directions

These directions help you cook or prepare this meal PRIOR to being frozen for serving later (see Serving Day Directions when you are ready to prepare it to eat).

Why would I want to freeze this?

1. In a large bowl, combine popcorn, raisins and peanuts. Set aside.
2. In a saucepan, melt butter, sugar and corn syrup over medium heat. Bring to a boil, and boil for 2 minutes stirring constantly.
3. Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and cinnamon.
4. Immediately pour over popcorn mixture, stirring to evenly coat all popcorn with syrup mixture.
5. Coat hands with non stick cooking spray and form popcorn into 1 cup sized balls.
6. Place on waxed paper to cool.
7. Wrap each ball in plastic wrap.
8. Divide among indicated number of gallon freezer bags. Label and freeze.

1 mins

Make From Frozen Serving Day Directions

These directions help you cook or reheat this meal AFTER it's been frozen for when you are ready to eat it.

1. Thaw: Countertop
2. Enjoy at room temperature.