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4.3 from 9 votes

Marshmallow Popcorn Balls {a fun halloween treat!}

These Marshmallow Popcorn Balls are sweet and salty, crunchy and chewy. And they’re soft enough to be pulled apart with your fingers. Incredibly perfect!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Calories: 337 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 14 c. popped corn
  • 1 10- oz. bag miniature marshmallows
  • ½ c. butter
  • 1.5 c. dry roasted peanuts
  • 1.5 c. diced orange gumdrops or orange slices
  • small orange nonpareils
  • 1 T. butter for non-stick fingers

Instructions

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  1. Place popped corn in a very large bowl, removing any unpopped kernels.
  2. In a medium pan over medium heat, melt the butter and marshmallows, stirring frequently. Take care to not let the marshmallows scorch. When the marshmallows are almost fully melted, take pan off heat and stir to melt completely. Pour half the marshmallow mixture over the popped corn and fold gently to coat the popcorn.
  3. Pour the remaining marshmallow mixture over the popped corn and fold again to coat completely. Add the peanuts and fold again. Add half the orange pieces and fold. Add the remaining orange pieces, folding to fully incorporate.
  4. Place the tablespoon of butter on a plate and lightly rub some on your fingertips and palms. Gather up a generous half cup of marshmallow popcorn mixture (I like my popcorn balls on the smaller side) and gently mold into a ball shape, almost 2-1/2'' in diameter. Don't press the balls too tightly, or they will have a harder texture. Aim for balls that are held together as lightly as possible, and they will be much more enjoyable to eat.
  5. Place on waxed paper and sprinkle lightly with nonpareils.
  6. To give as treats during trick-or-treating or at a Halloween or harvest party, bag individually and tie with a festive ribbon.

Notes

  • Adapted from my aunt Roxie Klein’s popcorn cake recipe.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Calories 337kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 53g (18%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 7g Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Sodium 65mg (3%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 23g (46%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 337

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 337kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 53g 18%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g 41%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 65mg 3%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 23g 46%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.