Marshmallow popcorn balls are a fun and easy treat that just take a few minutes and a few ingredients. Dip them in chocolate and top them with sprinkles for an extra festive and delicious treat!
12cupspopped popcornabout 1 cup unpopped or 2 bags of microwave popcorn
10ouncesmarshmallows
4Tablespoonsbutter
8ounceschocolate
Sprinkles
Instructions
Be sure to pick out all of the kernels out of the popcorn.
In a large microwave safe bowl, melt the butter for about 10-15 seconds. Then add the marshmallows and cook on high for 25-35 second or until they puff up big.
Stir well. If it stirs smooth, move on to the next step. If not, microwave a little longer until it does.
Pour melted marshmallow mixture over popcorn and stir to coat.
Grease your hands well and form baseball sized balls with the warm marshmallow coated popcorn.
Place on a sheet of wax paper and add sprinkles if desired.
Once set, warm the chocolate until just melted. Dunk the bottom half of the popcorn balls in the chocolate and place on wax paper to set up.
Wrap in cellophane bags or plastic wrap. They are best served within the first few days after making.
Notes
*I used a compound milk chocolate designed for dipping. If you are using chocolate chips you may want to stir in a Tablespoon of coconut oil or shortening to give a softer bite and make dipping easier.