Christmas Popcorn Balls
Delicious and festive popcorn balls perfect for Christmas celebrations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 popcorn balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup unpopped popcorn kernels
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 10 ounce bag miniature marshmallows
- 1 cup red and green M&M candies
- ⅓ cup festive sprinkles
Instructions
- Pop your popcorn kernels using your preferred method. Separate any unpopped kernels and set aside the popped popcorn.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium-low heat. When the butter is completely melted, add in the miniature marshmallows. Heat the marshmallows, stirring often, until melted and smooth.
- Remove the marshmallows from the heat and pour it over the popped popcorn. Gently stir to coat.
- Once all of the popcorn is well-coated and the mixture has cooled a bit, use a rubber spatula to fold in the M&M candies and the sprinkles.
- Spray your hands with non-stick cooking spray. Keep the spray handy so you can spray again as needed while forming your balls. Using your hands, scoop about one cup of the popcorn mixture and form into balls by gently pressing the mixture together.
- Allow the popcorn balls to sit at room temperature until completely cooled and set.
Notes
- Ensure the marshmallows are completely melted for the best texture.
- Keep your hands sprayed with non-stick spray to avoid sticking.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popcorn ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg