Description
Marshmallow Popcorn Balls are a nostalgic and delightful treat that combines the airy crunch of popcorn with sweet, gooey marshmallows. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or just a fun afternoon snack, these bite-sized balls are vibrant, customizable, and sure to bring smiles to faces of all ages. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, they are a hit with kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups popcorn (popped)
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn using your preferred method and place it in a large bowl.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add marshmallows and stir continuously until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat; stir in vanilla extract and food coloring if desired.
- Pour the melted mixture over the popcorn and gently fold until evenly coated.
- Let cool slightly, then grease your hands with butter and shape the mixture into balls.
- Set the formed balls on wax paper to cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg