Honey-Sweetened Spooky Popcorn Balls
Looking for a fun and unique treat to sweeten up your Halloween? These Honey-Sweetened Spooky Popcorn Balls are the perfect snack! Made with honey, they're both a fun and sweet treat to add to your Halloween festivities. Whether you’re hosting a party or just want a seasonal snack to bring to the table, these popcorn balls are sure to please.
Yield: 12 popcorn balls
Ingredients:
- 10 cups popped popcorn (air-popped or stovetop)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini marshmallows
- Mini chocolate chips or candy eyes for decoration
Instructions:
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Prepare the popcorn: Pop the popcorn using your preferred method (air-popped or stovetop) and transfer it to a large bowl, removing any unpopped kernels. Set aside.
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Make the honey mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine the honey, butter, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the butter is melted and the mixture starts to bubble, about 3-4 minutes.
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Add vanilla and marshmallows: Once the honey mixture is bubbling, remove it from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. If you want extra sweetness and stickiness, stir in the mini marshmallows until they melt and combine with the mixture.
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Coat the popcorn: Immediately pour the honey mixture over the popcorn, tossing to coat the popcorn evenly. Be sure to work quickly as the mixture will start to cool and harden.
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Form the popcorn balls: Lightly grease your hands with butter or oil to prevent sticking. Once the popcorn has cooled slightly but is still warm, form the mixture into 12 balls by pressing small handfuls of popcorn together. Place the popcorn balls on a sheet of parchment paper to cool completely.
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Decorate the ghosts: Once the popcorn balls are completely cooled, use mini chocolate chips or candy eyes to create ghost faces. Press them into the popcorn balls to form eyes and mouths.
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Serve and enjoy: Your Honey-Sweetened Ghost Popcorn Balls are ready to serve! Perfect for a Halloween party or a fun family treat.