Jello Popcorn Balls
Get ready to bring a burst of color and fun to your snack time with these vibrant Jello Popcorn Balls! This easy and kid-friendly recipe transforms ordinary popcorn into a sweet, chewy treat using mini marshmallows and your favorite flavor of Jello. With just 10 minutes of prep time, these brightly hued popcorn balls are quick to make and perfect for parties, holidays, or as a playful dessert. The marshmallow and Jello mixture coats every kernel with a bold, fruity flavor and a satisfying stickiness for easy shaping. Serve them fresh or individually wrapped for a delightful grab-and-go snack that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 cups Unsalted popped popcorn
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 10 ounces Mini marshmallows
- 3 ounces Jello (flavored gelatin mix, any flavor)
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil (for greasing hands)
Instructions
Place the popped popcorn in a large mixing bowl and set it aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
Add the mini marshmallows to the saucepan and stir constantly until fully melted and smooth.
Stir in the Jello powder until fully dissolved, creating a brightly colored and flavorful mixture.
Carefully pour the melted marshmallow and Jello mixture over the popcorn, gently tossing to coat all pieces evenly. Use a spatula to combine if needed.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly but remain pliable. Grease your hands with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
Using oiled hands, shape the coated popcorn into balls roughly the size of a baseball. Press gently to form firm balls while being careful not to crush the popcorn.
Place the popcorn balls on a wax paper-lined baking sheet and let them cool completely until set, about 10-15 minutes.
Serve immediately or wrap individually in plastic wrap or parchment paper for storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.6 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 424 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 375.9 g | 137% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 182.2 g | ||
| Protein | 22.2 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 526 mg | 11% | |
*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.
