Description
These Popcorn Balls are the perfect combination of crunchy, sweet, and fun! Made with a buttery marshmallow coating, vibrant M&Ms, and festive sprinkles, they’re a delightful treat for any occasion. With a chewy marshmallow texture on the outside and a crunchy popcorn center, they are the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
8–9 cups popcorn (popped)
1 stick salted butter
1 bag mini marshmallows
¾ teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
1 cup red/green M&Ms
¼ cup red/green sprinkles
Instructions
- Add the popped popcorn to a large bowl.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
- Add the mini marshmallows and vanilla extract to the melted butter. Stir continuously until everything is melted and smooth.
- Remove the marshmallow mixture from the heat and pour it over the popcorn. Stir gently until the popcorn is well-coated.
- Allow the popcorn mixture to cool slightly before adding the M&Ms and sprinkles. Stir well using a rubber spatula.
- To avoid sticky hands, wear gloves or rub a little olive oil on your hands before shaping the mixture into balls.
- Form the coated popcorn into balls of your preferred size.
- Let the popcorn balls cool to room temperature (about 5 minutes) before bagging them for storage or serving.
Notes
- Candy Variations: Swap the M&Ms for any candy of your choice, like Reese’s Pieces, Skittles, or chopped chocolate.
- Flavor Add-ins: Add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or a drizzle of caramel for extra flavor.
- Dietary Adjustments: For a dairy-free version, substitute the butter with a plant-based butter and use dairy-free marshmallows.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Stovetop, Shaping
- Cuisine: American, Festive
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popcorn ball
- Calories: 170 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
