ROCKY ROAD POPCORN BALLS

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I made these fun treats for my boys and am now making them for the grandkids. Great anytime of the year, but especially good at Halloween for trick-or-treaters. A combination of rocky road candy and sweet popcorn, rolled into a ball.

Provided by SweetBasil

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Popcorn Candy Recipes     Popcorn Ball Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups miniature marshmallows
¼ cup butter
8 cups freshly popped popcorn
½ cup dry-roasted unsalted peanuts
½ cup miniature chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Place the marshmallows and butter into a large pot over medium-low heat, and melt them together, stirring often. Cook until blended and smooth, about 5 minutes, and remove from heat.
  • Stir in the popcorn and peanuts, and stir gently to thoroughly coat them with the marshmallow mixture. Stir in the chocolate chips.
  • With greased hands, shape the mixture into 3 inch balls, and wrap each ball in plastic wrap.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 91.2 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

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