HOLIDAY M&M'S POPCORN BALLS
Found this recipe in the Paula Deen's Holiday Baking Magazine and wanted to keep the recipe for christmas treats and gifts. The recipe is for using the microwave but this can also be made on stove top.
Provided by Marsha D.
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 10 popcorn balls
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Pop the kettle corn in the microwave as directed on package. Remove unpopped kernels.
- Microwave Method:.
- In a large bowl, combine marshmallows and butter. Microwave on high in 30 second intervals, stirring between each until marshmallows are melted and smooth (about 2 minutes)
- Add popcorn, stirring to coat.
- Cool 5 minutes.
- Stir in M&M's. Let set for 5 minutes.
- Dip hands in cold water and form mixture into 10 balls.
- Store popcorn balls in individual plastic bags at room temperature.
- Stove Top Method:.
- Melt butter in a large pot and add marshmallows.
- Stir until smooth and all melted.
- Add popcorn to a large bowl and pour the melted butter marshmallow mixture over top of popcorn. Stir well to coat popcorn.
- Let cool 5 minutes.
- Add M&M's and stir well. Let stand for 5 minutes.
- Dip hands in cold water and form mixture into 10 balls.
- Store popcorn in individual plastic bags at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.4, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 16.6, Sodium 69.9, Carbohydrate 40.7, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 32.9, Protein 1.8
ORNAMENT POPCORN BALLS
These gooey-sweet treats are great for dressing up the tree with a little more than the classic popcorn string. And they're yummier and fun for the family, too. - Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place popcorn in a large bowl. In a large saucepan, combine marshmallows, butter and salt. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Pour over popcorn; mix well. Cool slightly., With greased hands, shape mixture into 12 popcorn balls, about 3/4 cup each. Place on waxed paper. Decorate as desired; let stand until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 184mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
TRADITIONAL POPCORN BALLS
Kids of all ages enjoy this popcorn ball recipe as an old-fashioned holiday treat. One batch goes a long way. -Cathy Karges, Hazen, North Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place popcorn in a large baking pan; keep warm in a 200° oven. , In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, water and salt. Cook over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 235° (soft-ball stage). , Remove from the heat. Add the butter, vanilla and food coloring if desired; stir until butter is melted. Immediately pour over popcorn and stir until evenly coated. , When mixture is cool enough to handle, quickly shape into 3-in. balls, dipping hands in cold water to prevent sticking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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