Popcorn Balls (3 Ways!)
These popcorn balls are a tasty snack that will win the hearts of kids and adults alike! This recipe has 3 different flavors, marshmallow, peanut butter, and caramel, so there's something for everyone! You're going to love each soft and buttery bite.
Ingredients
12 servings
Instructions
- Add 2 cups mini marshmallows, 1 tablespoon light corn syrup, and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter to a large pot and heat over medium heat until the marshmallows are melted. Turn off the heat and stir in the 1 dash salt and ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract. Add 8 cups plain popped popcorn and stir until coated. Turn the popcorn onto parchment paper or a heat-proof countertop that has been sprayed with pan spray. Form the popcorn balls as instructed below.
- Add 2 cups mini marshmallows, 1 tablespoon light corn syrup, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, and 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter to a large pot and heat over medium heat until the marshmallows are melted. Turn off the heat and stir in the 1 dash salt and ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract. Add 8 cups plain popped popcorn and stir until coated. Turn the popcorn onto parchment paper or a heat-proof countertop that has been sprayed with pan spray. Form the popcorn balls as instructed below.
- Add 1 cup mini marshmallows, 1 tablespoon light corn syrup, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, and ⅓ cup dark brown sugar to a large pot and heat over medium heat until the marshmallows are melted. Turn off the heat and stir in the 1 dash salt and ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract. Add 8 cups plain popped popcorn and stir until coated. Turn the popcorn onto parchment paper or a heat-proof countertop that has been sprayed with pan spray. Form the popcorn balls as instructed below.
- Let the popcorn cool for 2-3 minutes before spraying your hands with pan spray. Pull off the desired amount of popcorn and form into a tight ball. Work quickly, as once the popcorn starts cooling it cools fast.
- As the popcorn balls cool, you can top the caramel ones with flakey sea salt and the peanut butter ones with a drizzle of melted peanut butter if desired.
Nutrition per serving
78kcal
💰 Cost Estimate
Total Ingredients
$1283.00
$1283.00
Per Serving
$107.00/serving
$107.00/serving
🏠 Savings
~$2566.00 vs buying!
~$2566.00 vs buying!
📋 Price Breakdown (100% ingredients detected)
| Ingredient | Amount | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|
| plain popped popcorn | 8 cups | $316.00 |
| mini marshmallows | 2 cups | $24.00 |
| light corn syrup | 1 tbsp | $6.00 |
| unsalted butter | 2 tbsp | $33.00 |
| dash salt | 1 | $20.00 |
| vanilla extract | 0.25 tsp | $19.00 |
| plain popped popcorn | 8 cups | $316.00 |
| mini marshmallows | 2 cups | $24.00 |
| light corn syrup | 1 tbsp | $6.00 |
| unsalted butter | 2 tbsp | $33.00 |
| creamy peanut butter | 2 tbsp | $15.00 |
| dash salt | 1 | $20.00 |
| vanilla extract | 0.25 tsp | $19.00 |
| plain popped popcorn | 8 cups | $316.00 |
| mini marshmallows | 1 cup | $28.00 |
| light corn syrup | 1 tbsp | $6.00 |
| unsalted butter | 2 tbsp | $33.00 |
| dark brown sugar | 0.333 cup | $10.00 |
| dash salt | 1 | $20.00 |
| vanilla extract | 0.25 tsp | $19.00 |
*Estimated market prices, may vary by region
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