Candy isn’t the only Halloween treat beloved by kids and adults alike! Easy Candy Corn Popcorn Balls are fun, festive, and (as the name suggests) easy! Each ball is a mix of buttery salted popcorn, sweet candy corn, and gooey marshmallows for a great range of tastes and textures in every bite. You can make 20 balls in each batch, so it’s easy to whip up a bunch for the trick or treaters or for your next fall holiday bash! Easy Candy Corn Popcorn Balls really get into the spirit of the spooky season!
Ingredients
- 8 cups light butter microwave popcorn, popped
- 1 cup candy corn
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 (10-ounce) bag marshmallows
Directions
Step 1 –In a large bowl combine the popcorn with candy corn.
Step 2 –Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Step 3 –Stir in the salt and marshmallows.
Step 4 –Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, until the marshmallows melt and the mixture is smooth, about 7 minutes.
Step 5 –Pour the marshmallow mixture over the popcorn mixture, stirring to coat well.
Step 6 –Lightly spray hands with cooking spray to prevent sticking in the next step.
Step 7 –Using your greased hands, shape the popcorn mixture into small 2 inch balls. There will be about 20 total.
Step 8 –Serve.