Red Popcorn Balls Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes
🍽️ Yield: 12 balls
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup margarine
- 4 cups miniature marshmallows
- 3 ounces Jello gelatin (any flavor you prefer)
- 12 cups popped popcorn
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a large pot, melt the margarine over medium heat. |
| 2 | Add the miniature marshmallows to the pot with the melted margarine. Stir continuously until the marshmallows are completely melted and the mixture is smooth. This usually takes a few minutes. |
| 3 | Once the marshmallows have melted, add the Jello gelatin to the pot. Stir until the gelatin is fully dissolved and the mixture is well combined. |
| 4 | Pour the melted marshmallow and Jello mixture over the popped popcorn in a large bowl. Make sure all of the popcorn is coated evenly. |
| 5 | Using a spoon or your hands (make sure they’re coated with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking), shape the coated popcorn into 12 balls. |
| 6 | Wrap each popcorn ball individually in plastic wrap to keep them fresh. |
| 7 | Serve and enjoy your delicious red popcorn balls! They’re perfect for parties, Halloween, or any time you’re craving a sweet treat. |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 173.3
- Fat: 7.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 91.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 26.3g
- Fiber: 0.9g
- Sugar: 15.7g
- Protein: 1.7g
Recipe Notes:
- You can customize these popcorn balls by using different flavors of Jello gelatin. Try orange for Halloween, or mix and match flavors for a colorful assortment.
- If you’re making these for a party, consider adding some festive sprinkles or edible glitter for extra flair.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. The popcorn balls may lose their crunchiness over time, but they’ll still be delicious!
