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Popcorn Balls

It may sound corny, but these popcorn balls are bound to become a family favorite. A sweet and salty mix, they make for great snacks that are simple to prepare. You and your family will have a ball with this tasty treat.
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Course Candy / Truffles / Petite Fours, Snack
Cuisine Continental
Servings 12 servings
Calories 1910.1 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 stick unsalted butter, plus more for buttering hands (1/4 cup)
  • 1 1/4 cup(s) miniature marshmallows (10-oz.)
  • 1/4 cup(s) light-brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 4 4/5 cup(s) popped popcorn (3 qt.)
  • 1 cup(s) M&Ms

Instructions
 

  • Melt butter in a large heavy pot over low heat.
  • Add marshmallows and brown sugar, and stir until melted.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Pour popcorn and M&Ms into pot; toss well.
  • With buttered hands, shape into 2 1/2-inch balls.
  • Set on parchment-lined baking sheet to dry slightly.
  • Ready in 20 min.

Nutrition

Calories: 1910.1kcalCarbohydrates: 205.19gProtein: 13.34gFat: 115.42gSaturated Fat: 60.22gCholesterol: 141.48mgSodium: 721.62mgFiber: 8.8gSugar: 162.6g
Keyword Butter, Kid Pleaser
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