Kids of all ages love popcorn balls! Make these for special treats.

Fruit-Flavored Popcorn Balls

1 cup white corn syrup
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 (3-ounce) package fruit flavored gelatin powder, any flavor
10 cups popped popcorn
1/2 cup butter

1. In a pan over medium heat, stir together corn syrup and sugar. Bring to a boil; remove from heat. Add gelatin powder and stir until dissolved.
2. Place the popcorn in a large mixing bowl. Pour syrup-gelatin mixture over the popcorn. Toss until popcorn is coated. Butter hands and form the popcorn into balls. Store on waxed paper or in wax-paper lined, air-tight containers until ready to serve.

Makes 10 servings.

Note: Add dried fruit or peanuts for a special treat.