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.
Author's 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.
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.
Author's 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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