Witchy Popcorn Balls for Halloween
Witchy Popcorn Balls for Halloween is not your ordinary popcorn creation – This whimsical treat is a bewitching blend of sweet and spooky, perfect for adding a touch of magic to your Halloween celebrations.
With a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of imagination, you can craft these popcorn balls into adorable witch’s hats that will delight kids and adults alike.
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Whether you’re planning a spooky-themed party or simply want to surprise your little ghouls and goblins with a delightful Halloween snack, these Witchy Popcorn Balls are a bewitching choice.
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Join us in this culinary adventure as we brew up some Halloween magic and turn popcorn into a wickedly delicious treat that’s both fun to make and even more enjoyable to devour!
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Witchy Popcorn Balls for Halloween
This recipe makes 8 popcorn balls.
A special thanks to the Popcorn Board for this fun idea!
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Ingredients:
- 16 chocolate wafer cookies
- nonstick cooking spray
- 3 quarts popped popcorn
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter or margarine
- 3 cups miniature marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons (1/2 of 3-ounce box) lime gelatin dessert mix
- green food color (optional)
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
- licorice strings
- 8 chocolate ice cream cones
Additional items:
- orange sugar sprinkles, placed in small dish
- jelly beans
- candy corns
Directions for Popcorn Ball Witches:
Spread sheet of waxed or parchment paper over work surface and place wafer cookies on it.
Spray large mixing bowl with nonstick cooking spray and place popcorn inside.
In medium saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Stir in marshmallows and gelatin powder until marshmallows are melted and mixture is smooth. Adjust color with 1-2 drops food color, if desired. Pour mixture over popcorn and mix until coated.
Spray hands with nonstick cooking spray and press firmly to form into eight balls. Place balls on eight wafer cookies. Press candy decorations into popcorn balls to form “eyes,” “nose” and “mouth.”
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In small, microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate chips, covered, 10 seconds. Stir to aid melting. Repeat as needed until chocolate is melted and smooth.
Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon melted chocolate on top of each popcorn ball. Press licorice strings into chocolate to form “hair.”
Dip cone edges into melted chocolate then orange sugar sprinkles. Place on remaining wafer cookies to form “witches‘ hats.” Place hats on popcorn balls. Allow chocolate to set about 45 minutes before serving.
Serve or seal individually in plastic wrap.
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Tricks and treats may provide thrills, but Witchy Popcorn Balls for Halloween can be the star of your hauntingly happy evening.
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Witchy Popcorn Balls for Halloween
Tricks and treats may provide thrills, but Witchy Popcorn Balls for Halloween can be the star of your hauntingly happy evening.
Ingredients
- 16 chocolate wafer cookies
- nonstick cooking spray
- 3 quarts popped popcorn
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter or margarine
- 3 cups miniature marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons (1/2 of 3-ounce box) lime gelatin dessert mix
- green food color (optional)
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
- licorice strings
- 8 chocolate ice cream cones
Additional items:
- orange sugar sprinkles, placed in small dish
- jelly beans
- candy corns
Instructions
- Spread sheet of waxed or parchment paper over work surface and place wafer cookies on it.
- Spray large mixing bowl with nonstick cooking spray and place popcorn inside.
- In medium saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Stir in marshmallows and gelatin powder until marshmallows are melted and mixture is smooth. Adjust color with 1-2 drops food color, if desired. Pour mixture over popcorn and mix until coated.
- Spray hands with nonstick cooking spray and press firmly to form into eight balls. Place balls on eight wafer cookies. Press candy decorations into popcorn balls to form "eyes," "nose" and "mouth.
- In small, microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate chips, covered, 10 seconds. Stir to aid melting. Repeat as needed until chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon melted chocolate on top of each popcorn ball. Press licorice strings into chocolate to form "hair."
- Dip cone edges into melted chocolate then orange sugar sprinkles. Place on remaining wafer cookies to form "witches' hats." Place hats on popcorn balls. Allow chocolate to set about 45 minutes before serving.
- Serve or seal individually in plastic wrap.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 832Total Fat: 38gSaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 2gUnsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 46mgSodium: 568mgCarbohydrates: 117gFiber: 6gSugar: 77gProtein: 13g
Nutrient values are only estimates provided by online calculators. Various factors can change the nutritional information in any given recipe.
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