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Easiest Popcorn Balls EVER

All Archives, Dessert, Recipes, Snacks & Popcorn    ·    August 1, 2017

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the Easiest Popcorn Balls Ever - you only need a few ingredients to make them! from www.thirtyhandmadedays.com

Pretty much these are the easiest kind of dessert you’ll ever make – 3 ingredient Popcorn Balls.  They take minutes to make but are sticky sweet.

the Easiest Popcorn Balls Ever - you only need a few ingredients to make them! www.thirtyhandmadedays.com

Popcorn Balls

There are a few different versions of popcorn ball recipes out there.  The traditional recipe is a little scary because you have to use a candy thermometer.  But this one uses popcorn and marshmallows as the base.  And the fun thing is that you can use different flavors of marshmallows.  There are pink ones, tropical ones, and the plain version as well.  Try all kinds of varieties out!

How to Make Popcorn Balls:

Popcorn balls are so easy and delicious – and you probably already have these items on hand!  We always have popcorn and marshmallows in our pantry.  Here’s what you need to make them: 

  • popcorn
  • marshmallows
  • butter
  • wax paper
  • stockpot or large pot
  • wooden spoon

Have you made rice krispy treats before?  If you have, this recipe is the same idea except using popcorn!

How To Make Popcorn Balls - you only need a few ingredients to make them! from via thirtyhandmadedays.com

This is the perfect recipe to make with your kids too.  Since it’s so easy to do and they turn out great every time, you can have them go at it and they’ll be so proud of their work! Win/win for everyone.

Easy Recipe For Popcorn Balls - you only need a few ingredients to make them! from thirtyhandmadedays.com

Other Popcorn Recipes:

If you love this easy Popcorn Ball recipe, you’re going to love these other popcorn recipes. Please click each link below to find the easy, printable recipe:

  • Microwave Caramel Corn
  • Candy Popcorn Treats
  • S’mores Caramel Popcorn
  • Patriotic Popcorn

Popcorn Balls Recipe - Thirty Handmade Days

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Popcorn Balls Recipe

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Popcorn Balls

Using only a few staple ingredients, these Popcorn Balls are not only easy to make but they are sticky sweet and delicious.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time5 mins
Total Time10 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: popcorn balls
Servings: 4
Calories: 320kcal
Author: Mique Provost

Ingredients

  • 6 c popcorn popped
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 8 oz marshmallows

Instructions

  • Melt butter in a large pot and add marshmallows. 
  • Take off the stove and add popped popcorn and stir.
  • Let sit until cold to the touch. 
  • Butter up your hands and form balls. 
  • Place on wax paper to prevent from sticking together. 

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Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 122mg | Potassium: 54mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.6mg

And here’s one quick tip:
Roll out some wax paper and spray it with cooking spray.  Lay the popcorn balls down on the sprayed paper so that they don’t stick.

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Comments

  1. Avatar for MiqueALi says

    August 28, 2017 at 8:42 am

    How far in advance can I make these?

  2. Avatar for MiqueEmily says

    October 26, 2014 at 6:36 am

    These are our family Christmas tradition. As long as I can remember we have made red and green ones each year. My husband and I have kept up the tradition too. We did “family traditions” for our wedding favors and made these and Russian tea cookies (my husbands family tradition) along with a recipe card for each. We also add vanilla to the melted marshmallows. Everything is better with vanilla!

  3. Avatar for Miqueskin care cosmetics says

    September 4, 2014 at 8:43 am

    Great delivery. Solid arguments. Keep up the great
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  4. Avatar for MiqueEstera says

    September 4, 2013 at 10:11 am

    Hi, can you tell me the serving size that this recipe for popcorn balls yields? I want to make 250 for wedding favors :-O trying to do the calculations of how much of each ingredient I need to buy! Thank you!

  5. Avatar for MiqueRuthie says

    May 25, 2013 at 7:34 pm

    How fun… and super cute for spring too! Thank you so much for coming to share at Super Saturday Show & Tell! I’d love to have you come and share again today http://www.whatscookingwithruthie.com Have a great weekend! xoxo~ Ruthie

  6. Avatar for MiqueHolly @HollyPop Designs says

    May 22, 2013 at 3:11 pm

    Definitely want to try that S’mores caramel Popcorn! Yummy!

  7. Avatar for MiqueTash @ The Velvet Moon Baker says

    May 19, 2013 at 5:38 am

    Oooo how yummy do these look, they’d be so cute as a treat for my daughters birthday. I’d love for you too link these up over at my link party :D

    http://thevelvetmoonbaker.blogspot.ie/2013/05/sweet-and-savoury-sunday-12.html

  8. Avatar for MiqueAmy says

    May 14, 2013 at 9:42 am

    Yum! I will try these. thanks!

  9. Avatar for MiqueLisa says

    May 13, 2013 at 11:27 am

    The cream cheese squares sound really good.

  10. Avatar for MiqueLoni says

    May 13, 2013 at 9:48 am

    Can you please tell us how many ounces the package of marshmallows was?

    • Avatar for MiqueMique says

      May 13, 2013 at 10:37 am

      Hi Loni- there was only one size at the store for that kind (the fruit kind) and it was 8 oz. Hope that helps!

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