Description
Jack-O’-Lantern Popcorn Balls are the perfect festive treat for Halloween! These delightful orange popcorn bites are coated in a sweet marshmallow mixture, making them an irresistible snack for parties or cozy movie nights. With their playful pumpkin shape, they’re sure to add a touch of whimsy to your Halloween gatherings. Plus, they’re simple to make, customizable with your favorite mix-ins, and will bring smiles to kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels (air-popped)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 5 drops orange food coloring
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- Optional: candy corn or chocolate chips for added sweetness
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn according to package instructions and place in a large bowl.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and marshmallows until smooth.
- Stir in the orange food coloring, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly mixed.
- Pour the melted mixture over the popcorn and gently fold to coat.
- Once cool enough to handle, grease hands with butter and shape into balls.
- Optionally, press candy corn or chocolate chips into each ball before setting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg