Maple Syrup Popcorn Balls

by Carol Adkins

Servings:

INGREDIENTS

1 cup maple syrup **
2 tbsp. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 cup popcorn, popped

INSTRUCTIONS

In a heavy saucepan put the maple syrup and butter. Cook to 260°F on a candy thermometer. Remove from heat and add the vanilla. Stir well and pour over the popped corn. Shape into balls.

CHEF COMMENTS

** In the North country the people make one of the aristocrats of sweets; maple syrup. It cooks down to a delicious candy; but is delicate; so watch your heat!!

Both pecans and walnuts are good with maple; it's hard to say which is better. You may wish to include a few of your favorite.

For diabetic use, why not try Cary's SF syrup?

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