Interesting Fruity Popcorn Balls

Get ready to snack in style with these vibrant and playful Interesting Fruity Popcorn Balls! Perfect for parties, kids’ gatherings, or a fun homemade treat, this recipe takes classic popcorn to the next level by blending it with gooey marshmallows, colorful fruit-flavored gelatin, and chewy dried fruit pieces like cranberries or chopped apricots. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick cooking process, these festive popcorn balls are as easy to make as they are delightful to eat. The combination of sweet and fruity flavors creates a satisfying crunch in every bite, while the customizable colors make them an eye-catching addition to any dessert table. Wrap them individually for grab-and-go goodies or enjoy them fresh—they're an irresistibly fun twist on a classic popcorn snack!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 10 cups popped popcorn
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cups mini marshmallows
• 3 tablespoons fruit-flavored gelatin, assorted flavors
• 1 cup dried fruit pieces (e.g., cranberries, chopped apricots, or raisins)
• 1 as needed cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Prepare a large mixing bowl by adding 10 cups of popped popcorn. Make sure to remove any unpopped kernels.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat.

Step 3

Add the mini marshmallows to the melted butter and stir constantly until the marshmallows are completely melted and combined with the butter.

Step 4

Divide the melted marshmallow mixture into two or three separate bowls, depending on how many fruit flavors you want to use.

Step 5

Add 1 tablespoon of fruit-flavored gelatin to each bowl of melted marshmallow mixture. Stir well to ensure the gelatin is fully dissolved and the mixture takes on the desired color and flavor.

Step 6

Pour one color of the marshmallow mixture over part of the popcorn in the mixing bowl. Use a spatula or wooden spoon coated with cooking spray to gently toss and coat the popcorn.

Step 7

Repeat the process with the remaining colors of marshmallow mixture, pouring them over separate sections of the popcorn and tossing until evenly coated.

Step 8

Sprinkle in the dried fruit pieces and gently mix to distribute them evenly throughout the popcorn.

Step 9

Coat your hands with cooking spray, then scoop up a handful of the coated popcorn. Press it firmly into a ball shape, about the size of a baseball. Repeat this step for the rest of the popcorn.

Step 10

Set the popcorn balls aside on a sheet of parchment paper and let them cool for 10-15 minutes until firm and set.

Step 11

Serve immediately or wrap each popcorn ball in plastic wrap for storage. They can be kept at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	565.2 grams (565.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1955

Total Fat 60.00g	77%
Saturated Fat 29.40g	147%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 223mg	10%
Total Carbohydrate 376.30g	137%
Dietary Fiber 18.00g	64%
Total Sugars 233.50g
Protein 12.00g	24%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 75mg	6%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 1023mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.8%

Protein: 2.3%

Carbs: 71.9%