Halloween Pumpkin Balls

 
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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unpopped popcorn

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick)

  • 1 tsp vanilla

  • 4-5 cups mini marshmallows

  • 3/4 cup Reeses pieces

  • 3/4 cup candy corn

  • 3/4 cup white chocolate pretzels (chopped) (optional)

Instructions

  • Pop your popcorn in an air popper, or a pan until all the kernels are popped. Put in a large bowl.

  • Sprinkle popcorn all over with salt. 

  • In a large pan over medium high heat, melt your butter. Add in your vanilla and marshmallows.

  • Stir constantly till the marshmallows are melted and creamy.

  • Pour the marshmallow mixture over your popcorn and stir until popcorn is fully coated.

  • Allow to set for a couple minutes, then stir in half of your Reeses Pieces and candy corn.

  • Separate your popcorn into 10 sections

  • Press in the white chocolate pretzels (they'll melt if they go in sooner) into each section. 

  • Shape popcorn into balls. If the mixture is sticking to your hands, apply cold water to your hands.

  • Press additional candies onto the outside of the popcorn balls. 

  • Place balls on parchment paper and allow to set for about an hour.

  • Share with a friend and enjoy!

This recipe and photos was adapted from the blog, Like Mother Like Daughter.