Monster Popcorn Balls
Monster Popcorn Balls are a vibrant and nostalgic treat that transforms any gathering into a festive celebration. With their sweet, gooey marshmallow coating and colorful mix-ins, these delightful snacks are perfect for Halloween, birthday parties, or cozy movie nights at home. Easy to customize and fun to make, they promise enjoyment for both kids and adults alike. Gather your loved ones and dive into this playful creation that turns snacking into a joyful experience!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking involved; mostly mixing and shaping
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup popcorn kernels (yields about 8 cups popped)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows
- Food coloring (optional)
- 1 cup candy or sprinkles (for mix-ins)
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn kernels using an air popper or stovetop method. Set aside in a large bowl.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and stir in the mini marshmallows until fully melted and smooth.
- Add food coloring to the melted mixture for color and stir well.
- Pour the marshmallow mixture over the popped popcorn and quickly mix until all kernels are coated.
- While warm, shape handfuls of the mixture into balls about the size of golf balls and place on parchment paper.
- For extra fun, roll the balls in sprinkles or press candies into them while still warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popcorn ball (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg