Jack-O’-Lantern Popcorn Balls
Jack-O’-Lantern Popcorn Balls are a festive treat that combines the crunch of popcorn with the sweetness of gooey marshmallows and candy corn. Perfect for Halloween gatherings, these delightful snacks are not only visually appealing with their vibrant orange hue but also incredibly easy to make. With a fun pumpkin shape, they evoke nostalgia while being a hit among kids and adults alike. Make your spooky celebrations even sweeter with this simple recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 cups plain popped popcorn
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 cup candy corn
- 3 drops orange food coloring
Instructions
- 1. Pop the popcorn using an air popper or stovetop method; set aside in a large bowl.
- 2. In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and mini marshmallows together until smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3. Remove from heat; stir in orange food coloring until well combined.
- 4. Pour the melted mixture over the popcorn and gently fold until evenly coated.
- 5. Wait for the mixture to cool slightly, then add candy corn and mix gently.
- 6. With greased hands, form the mixture into balls about the size of oranges and place on wax paper to cool.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popcorn ball (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg