Marshmallow Popcorn Balls Recipe

Get ready for a delightful explosion of flavor with these irresistible Marshmallow Popcorn Balls! A fun twist on a classic treat, these popcorn balls are easily customizable with different Jell-O flavors for endless color and taste combinations. Create a colorful candy wonderland with these easy-to-make delights – perfect for parties, holidays, or a sweet anytime snack!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 145.9 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.3 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Marshmallow Popcorn Balls

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How to Make Marshmallow Popcorn Balls

  1. Melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) of butter in a large saucepan over low heat.
  2. Add 10 ounces of marshmallows and stir constantly until completely melted and smooth.
  3. Stir in 1 (3 ounce) package of Jell-O powder (any flavor!).
  4. Gently fold in 6 cups of popped popcorn.
  5. Lightly butter your hands. Quickly mix the popcorn and marshmallow mixture until evenly coated.
  6. Using buttered hands, form the mixture into balls of your desired size.
  7. Wrap individual popcorn balls in plastic wrap to prevent sticking and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

22g

Carbs

6g