Puffed Wheat Balls 1983

Take a nostalgic bite out of the past with these "Puffed Wheat Balls 1983," a timeless treat that combines the airy crunch of puffed wheat cereal with a rich, buttery caramel coating. This no-bake recipe comes together effortlessly with pantry staples like brown sugar, corn syrup, and vanilla, all melted into a luscious syrup that binds the cereal into perfectly sculpted balls. Ready in just 15 minutes, these sweet and salty snacks are ideal for lunchboxes, picnics, or holiday dessert platters. A perfect blend of chewy and crisp textures, these classic puffed wheat balls are a crowd-pleaser that will fill your heart with retro charm. Follow the easy instructions to master this nostalgic favorite that’s equal parts simple and satisfying!

Nutriscore Rating: 30/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 6 cups Puffed wheat cereal
• 0.5 cups Butter
• 1 cups Brown sugar
• 0.5 cups Corn syrup
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt

Directions

Step 1

Place the puffed wheat cereal in a large mixing bowl. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and let it boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Pour the hot caramel mixture over the puffed wheat cereal in the mixing bowl. Using a large wooden spoon or spatula, gently stir until all the cereal is evenly coated in caramel.

Step 6

Allow the mixture to cool slightly, just enough to handle but not completely set.

Step 7

With greased hands, scoop up about 1/4 cup of the mixture and press it firmly into a ball shape. Repeat with the remaining mixture, greasing your hands as necessary to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Place the puffed wheat balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool completely and set.

Step 9

Once fully cooled, serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(518.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2206.4

Total Fat 93.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 263.2mg	0%
Sodium 1317.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 339.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 265.3g
Protein 13.8g	0%

Vitamin D 17.9IU	0%
Calcium 197.3mg	0%
Iron 40.8mg	0%
Potassium 549.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.2%

Protein: 2.5%

Carbs: 60.3%