Description
Celebrate Halloween with these delightful Jack-O’-Lantern Popcorn Balls! Bursting with a sweet and salty flavor, these vibrant orange treats are perfect for any spooky gathering. Easy to make and fun to decorate, they bring joy and nostalgia to both kids and adults alike. Shape them into adorable pumpkins, add chocolate chips for eyes, and enjoy the crunch while sharing laughter with friends and family. These whimsical popcorn balls are sure to be a hit at your Halloween festivities!
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 cups freshly popped popcorn
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3–4 drops orange food coloring
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Mini chocolate chips (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°F (95°C) to keep popcorn balls warm.
- Prepare popcorn using an air popper or microwave without added salt or butter.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, and unsalted butter; stir until melted and bubbly.
- Remove from heat and mix in orange food coloring until evenly incorporated.
- Pour the warm mixture over the popcorn in a large bowl; mix quickly until fully coated.
- Grease hands with butter and shape the mixture into small balls (about 2-3 inches).
- Place on parchment paper to cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg