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9 Ways to Make Popcorn Balls

October 13, 2021
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A classic holiday treat, popcorn balls are equally welcome for serving to trick-or-treaters and passing out to guests at your Christmas party. You can stick with traditional popcorn balls, made with corn syrup to create that super sticky coating, or add fun mix-ins like candy corn, candied apple pieces, or marshmallows. No matter which recipe you choose, they're sure to disappear quickly. 

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Bacon-Peanut Popcorn Balls

Bacon-Peanut Popcorn Balls
Credit: Ryan Liebe; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl
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Take movie night to the next level with these delectable snack-size treats. Best of all, they're only 110 calories per serving!

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Popcorn Balls

Popcorn Balls
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Colorful chocolate candies add a seasonal flair to these popcorn balls. This technique can be used for any holiday, just switch up the colors.

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Rocky Road Popcorn Balls

Rocky Road Popcorn Balls
Credit: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen
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Fudgy and sweet, these popcorn balls have all the flavor of rocky road thanks to the chocolate and marshmallows. 

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Candy Corn Popcorn Balls

Candy Corn Popcorn Balls
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If kids are helping shape these treats, make sure the marshmallow mixture is cool enough for them to handle. Store the confections in an airtight container for up to three days.

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Sweet and Salty Popcorn Balls

Sweet and Salty Popcorn Balls
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These festive Sweet and Salty Popcorn Balls are not only fun to eat, but cheap and yummy, too! To dress up these party bites, drizzle with melted semi-sweet or white chocolate.

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Old-Fashioned Popcorn Balls

Old-Fashioned Popcorn Balls
Credit: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen
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Guess what? This is a whole-grain dessert. To keep the ­stickiness at bay, wear latex gloves coated with cooking spray as you shape the popcorn balls.

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Bite-size Honey Popcorn Balls

Bite-size Honey Popcorn Balls
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These miniature popcorn balls, held together with caramelized honey, are just the right size for snacking.

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Candied Apple Popcorn Balls

Candied Apple Popcorn Balls
Credit: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen
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Combine two seasonal favorites, popcorn balls and candied apples, into this one tasty treat.

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Wormy Popcorn Balls

Wormy Popcorn Balls
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Add a gummy worm to this little treat for some Halloween fun.

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