Root Beer Popcorn Balls
Transport yourself to a world of nostalgic flavors with these irresistible Root Beer Popcorn Balls—a playful twist on a classic treat! Made with fluffy popped popcorn coated in a luscious marshmallow syrup infused with the bold, sweet essence of root beer extract, these chewy yet crunchy delights are as fun to make as they are to eat. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or as a festive gift idea, this recipe captures the vintage soda shop vibe in every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, these charming root beer popcorn balls are easy to shape with a simple technique and hold their shape beautifully once set. Impress your friends and family with this creative, old-fashioned snack, and let the aroma of root beer fill your kitchen!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 cups Popped popcorn
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
- 1 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Light corn syrup
- 2 teaspoons Root beer extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 cups Marshmallows
- 1 as needed Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Prepare a large mixing bowl by lightly greasing it with nonstick cooking spray. Add the popped popcorn to the bowl, ensuring no unpopped kernels remain.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, root beer extract, and salt until combined.
Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously, until it begins to bubble. Reduce the heat slightly and continue cooking for 4-5 minutes, or until a thick, smooth syrup forms.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly stir in the marshmallows until they melt completely and the mixture becomes smooth and glossy.
Immediately pour the hot marshmallow syrup mixture over the popcorn in the bowl. Use a heat-resistant spatula to gently toss and coat the popcorn evenly.
Allow the coated popcorn to cool for about 1-2 minutes, just until it’s safe to handle but still warm and pliable.
Spray your hands lightly with nonstick cooking spray and shape the coated popcorn into balls about 3 inches in diameter. Work quickly before the mixture hardens.
Place the formed popcorn balls on a piece of parchment or wax paper to cool and set completely, approximately 15 minutes.
Once set, store the popcorn balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Enjoy your delicious root beer popcorn balls!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2009 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.6 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.4 g | 147% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 667 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 391.7 g | 142% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 323.6 g | ||
| Protein | 11.0 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 225 mg | 5% | |
*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.
