Popcorn Balls

Name: Popcorn Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 20 cups of popcorn (which is about 3/4 cup unpopped kernels); 2 tbsp water (30ml); 1/4 cup butter (salted or unsalted (57g)); 3/4 cup corn syrup (250g); 1 cup mini-marshmallows or 12 large ones (50g for mini and 84g for large); 2 to 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar (240g to 300g); Food coloring (optional); Shortening or oil for hands

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:15min

Homemade popcorn balls are awesome! I have many fond memories of eating them as a kid during the holidays, especially during Halloween. They are so easy to make, if I can do it, you can do it.

Updated at: Mon, 28 Jul 2025 12:36:00 GMT