Popcorn Balls a Special Treat for Halloween
Get into the Halloween spirit with these delightfully chewy and festive Popcorn Balls—a special treat perfect for spooky celebrations! Made with fluffy popcorn coated in a gooey blend of marshmallows, butter, and light corn syrup, these sweet treats are brought to life with a drizzle of vanilla extract and a sprinkle of salt for the perfect balance of flavors. The recipe adds a playful twist with Halloween-colored sprinkles, making each popcorn ball a fun and colorful centerpiece for any party table. Ready in just 25 minutes, these handheld delights are easy to prepare, requiring only simple pantry ingredients and a bit of creativity. Ideal for Halloween parties or as a homemade snack to hand out to trick-or-treaters, these Popcorn Balls are a crowd-pleaser that’s as delicious as they are festive. Don’t forget to wrap them individually for the perfect take-home goodie!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 cups Popped popcorn
- 0.75 cups Light corn syrup
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Marshmallows
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Halloween-colored sprinkles
- 1 pair Food-safe gloves (optional, for forming balls)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, place the popped popcorn. Remove any unpopped kernels to avoid biting into them later.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the corn syrup, sugar, butter, marshmallows, vanilla extract, and salt.
Stir continuously until the mixture melts and becomes smooth. Bring it to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, but do not let it boil rapidly.
Carefully pour the hot syrup mixture evenly over the popcorn. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to gently stir and coat all the popcorn.
Immediately add the Halloween-colored sprinkles while the mixture is still warm, stirring gently to distribute them without crushing the popcorn.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly for 2-3 minutes, until it is warm but can be handled comfortably.
Using lightly buttered hands or food-safe gloves, scoop out portions of the popcorn mixture and gently press into balls about the size of a baseball. Work quickly before the mixture hardens.
Place the formed popcorn balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
Once cool, wrap each popcorn ball in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container to keep fresh.
Serve and enjoy your Halloween-themed popcorn balls as a festive and fun treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2158 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.7 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 672 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 470.5 g | 171% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 366.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 270 mg | 6% | |
*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.
