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Close-up of several No-Bake Marshmallow Popcorn Balls mixed with colorful gumdrops, resting on a white plate.

No-Bake Marshmallow Popcorn Balls


  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 15 min
  • Yield: About 12 balls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Make these easy, nostalgic popcorn balls using marshmallows and fruit-flavored gelatin for a fun, no-bake treat perfect for family activities or parties.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 cups plain popcorn
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 (10 oz) package mini marshmallows
  • 1 (3 oz) package fruit-flavored gelatin (such as Jell-O)
  • Cooking spray or more butter for greasing hands

Instructions

  1. Place parchment paper or wax paper on a clean work surface.
  2. Put the popcorn into a large bowl.
  3. Melt the butter in a large saucepan.
  4. Add the marshmallows to the melted butter and stir until they are completely melted.
  5. Stir the fruit-flavored gelatin into the marshmallow mixture.
  6. Pour the marshmallow mixture over the popcorn and stir until all the popcorn is coated.
  7. Spray your hands with cooking spray or coat them with a thin layer of butter or oil.
  8. Carefully roll the warm popcorn mixture into balls.
  9. Place the formed balls onto the prepared parchment or wax paper.
  10. Let the popcorn balls cool before you serve them.

Notes

  • This recipe is simple enough for children to help shape the balls once the mixture has cooled slightly.
  • You can use any fruit flavor of gelatin you prefer for variety.
  • These treats are great for packing in lunchboxes or serving at holiday gatherings.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 5 min
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ball
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 8mg

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