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Ghost Popcorn Balls

Ghost Popcorn Balls: Sweet, Spooky Treats for Halloween Fun

Delight your taste buds with these Ghost Popcorn Balls, a fun and sweet Halloween treat that everyone will love!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 12 balls
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Large pot
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Popcorn Base

  • 16 cups popped popcorn about one standard bag
  • 10 ounces mini marshmallows adds gooey, sweet texture
  • ¼ cup butter helps make the mixture rich and buttery

For the Candy Coating

  • 1 bag Wilton bright white candy melts creates a spooky coating

For the Decorations

  • candy eyeballs regular size for the best effect

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Ghost Popcorn Balls

  • Begin by popping enough popcorn to fill about 16 cups and sift through to remove unpopped kernels.
  • In a large pot, combine mini marshmallows and butter over medium heat, stirring until melted and smooth.
  • Pour the marshmallow mixture over the popped popcorn, stirring gently to coat each kernel.
  • Lightly butter your hands and shape the sticky popcorn mixture into golf ball-sized balls.
  • Allow the shaped popcorn balls to cool for 30 minutes to 1 hour at room temperature.
  • Melt the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl according to package instructions.
  • Dip the tops of each popcorn ball into the melted candy and place candy eyeballs before it sets.
  • Allow the candy coating to set completely for about 10-15 minutes before serving or storing.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature to keep fresh and chewy. Can be made a day in advance, add candy eyes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword Easy Desserts, fun recipes, Ghost Popcorn Balls, Halloween treats, Popcorn Balls, spooky snacks
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