MONSTER POPCORN BALLS
Looking for a Easy Halloween Treat that’s both delicious and fun? These Monster Popcorn Balls are the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and spooky. Easy to make and decorate, they’re great for Halloween parties or a festive family treat!
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | EU (g/ml) | UK (oz/fl oz) | US (cups/tbsp) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Popped popcorn | 100g | 3.5 oz | 10 cups |
| Mini marshmallows | 150g | 5.3 oz | 3 cups |
| Unsalted butter | 60g | 2 oz | 1/4 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon | 1 teaspoon | 1 teaspoon |
| Green food coloring (or any color) | As needed | As needed | As needed |
| Candy eyes | 16-20 | 16-20 | 16-20 |
| Sprinkles or colored sugar (optional) | As needed | As needed | As needed |
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Popcorn Mixture:
- Melt the Butter: In a large pot, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add Marshmallows: Add the mini marshmallows to the pot, stirring constantly until fully melted and smooth.
- Add Vanilla and Food Coloring: Stir in the vanilla extract and your chosen food coloring until the mixture turns into your desired monster color (green works great for a spooky effect!).
2. Combine and Shape:
- Add the Popcorn: Slowly add the popped popcorn to the marshmallow mixture, stirring to coat each piece evenly.
- Shape the Balls: Grease your hands lightly with butter or cooking spray, then take handfuls of the popcorn mixture and shape them into balls. You should get about 8-10 popcorn balls, depending on size.
3. Decorate the Monsters:
- Add Candy Eyes: While the popcorn balls are still warm and sticky, press candy eyes into them to create your monster faces.
- Add Sprinkles: Decorate with sprinkles, colored sugar, or other fun toppings to give your monster popcorn balls some extra character.
4. Cool and Serve:
- Let Cool: Allow the popcorn balls to cool and set for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
Tips for Easy Halloween Treat for Kids: Monster Popcorn Balls:
- Make it Colorful: Experiment with different food colors for a variety of monster designs. Purple, orange, or even blue could make for fun monster colors!
- Get Creative: Use other decorations like candy corn for monster teeth or pretzel sticks for horns or arms.
- Make Ahead: These popcorn balls can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Benefits of Easy Halloween Treat for Kids: Monster Popcorn Balls
- Fun and Festive: These popcorn balls are not only tasty but a fun activity for kids to help decorate.
- Sweet and Salty: The marshmallow coating with salty popcorn creates a delicious balance that’s hard to resist!
- Simple to Make: With just a few ingredients, this recipe is easy to whip up, making it great for busy parents during the Halloween season.
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