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This image shows a plate of marshmallow popcorn balls, showcasing their fluffy popcorn interior and sticky, sweet marshmallow coating, perfect for a fun and nostalgic treat.

Marshmallow Popcorn Balls

Marshmallow Popcorn Balls are a sweet and crunchy treat made from fluffy popcorn coated in melted marshmallows and butter. These easy-to-make, bite-sized snacks are perfect for parties or movie nights, offering a delightful combination of textures and a nostalgic flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 237 kcal

Equipment

  • 4-quart saucepan for popping popcorn
  • 9x13-inch baking dish for cooling the popcorn
  • Medium saucepan for melting butter and marshmallows

Ingredients
  

  • 5 cups miniature marshmallows
  • cooking spray
  • 6 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions
 

  • Start by greasing a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set it aside.
    This image shows the preparation step of greasing a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray to ensure the popcorn doesn’t stick while cooling.
  • In a 4-quart saucepan, heat the oil over high heat.
    This image shows oil being heated in a large saucepan in preparation for popping the popcorn kernels, which will form the base for the marshmallow popcorn balls.
  • Once the oil is hot, add the popcorn kernels.
    This image shows popcorn kernels being added to hot oil in a large saucepan, ready to be popped into fluffy popcorn.
  • Cover the pan and cook, shaking it occasionally, until the popping slows down.
    This image shows popcorn being cooked in a covered saucepan, with the kernels popping rapidly as they heat up.
  • Once done, remove the pan from the heat and transfer the popcorn to the prepared baking dish.
    This image shows freshly popped popcorn being transferred from the saucepan into the greased 9x13 inch baking dish to cool down.
  • In a separate medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
    This image shows the melted marshmallow and butter mixture being poured over the cooled popcorn, ready to be stirred and coated evenly.
  • Add the marshmallows and stir constantly until they are completely melted.
    This image shows hands lightly sprayed with cooking spray shaping the marshmallow-coated popcorn into round popcorn balls.
  • Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the popcorn and stir with a spoon until the popcorn is thoroughly coated.
    This image shows hands lightly sprayed with cooking spray shaping the marshmallow-coated popcorn into round popcorn balls.
  • Let the mixture cool just enough to handle. Lightly spray your hands with cooking spray, then shape the popcorn into 8 equal-sized balls.
    This image shows the finished marshmallow popcorn balls, perfectly shaped and arranged on a plate, ready to be enjoyed.

Notes

  • For extra flavor and texture, consider adding mix-ins like chocolate chips, sprinkles, or chopped nuts to the popcorn before coating it with the marshmallow mixture.
  • This will give your popcorn balls a fun twist and an added burst of taste!
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