Popcorn Poppin' Month--- Jello Popcorn

                               

                              

This is a fantastic twist on caramel corn.  Make any flavor you like, its very easy!  Enjoy!

10 cups plain popped popcorn (about 3 bags microwave popcorn)
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
3 oz. box jello mix, you choose the flavor
1 tbsp corn syrup
3 tbsp water

 Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
Grease a large sheet of aluminum foil or parchment paper and place it on a large baking sheet.
In a large saucepan combine butter, sugar, jello, corn syrup and water; heat to 250-265 degrees.
Add popcorn to jello mixture and stir to coat.
Spread coated popcorn on prepared baking sheet.
Bake 5 minutes.
Stir and bake for 5 more minutes.
Remove from oven and slide the foil or parchment off of the baking sheet onto the counter or a large wire rack.
* You could let it cool slightly and then form into balls.
Cool completely.
Store in an airtight container.

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