Ghost Popcorn Balls That Will Delight Your Halloween Spirit
These delightful Ghost Popcorn Balls are a must-try Halloween treat, bringing nostalgia, creativity, and fun with every bite.
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Servings: 8 balls
Calories: 150kcal
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- Large pot
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- Baking Sheet
- Microwave
Ingredients
For the Popcorn Base
- 16 cups popped popcorn Ensure it's fresh and fluffy for the best texture.
- 10 ounces mini marshmallows Consider using flavored marshmallows for a twist.
- ¼ cup butter Helps to melt marshmallows smoothly.
For the Coating
- 1 bag Wilton bright white candy melts Melt according to package instructions.
For the Decorations
- candy eyeballs Use different sizes or colors.
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the popcorn by popping enough to fill about 16 cups, ensuring no unpopped kernels remain.
- Melt the mixture of 10 ounces of mini marshmallows and ¼ cup of butter over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until smooth.
- Pour the melted mixture over the popcorn and stir vigorously for about 2 minutes to coat evenly.
- Shape the popcorn mixture into balls the size of a baseball and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Let the popcorn balls cool on the baking sheet for 30 minutes to 1 hour until firm.
- Melt the Wilton candy melts according to the package instructions, stirring until smooth.
- Dip the tops of the cooled popcorn balls into the melted candy and decorate with candy eyeballs while warm.
- Allow the candy coating to set completely for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store Ghost Popcorn Balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ball | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg