Ingredients
2 quarts popped popcorn1 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup water1/3 cup dark corn syrup1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation
Place popcorn in a large bowl; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, water, corn syrup, butter and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Continue cooking, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 270° (soft-crack stage).
Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Pour over popcorn; stir to coat. When cool enough to handle, quickly shape into balls.
