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Peanut Butter Popcorn Balls

Peanut Butter Popcorn Balls: A Fun No-Bake Delight

Peanut Butter Popcorn Balls are a fun no-bake treat that combines salty popcorn and creamy peanut butter for a delightful sweet and salty experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Popcorn Base
  • 6 cups Popped Popcorn Use air popped or stovetop method.
Binding Mixture
  • 1/2 cup Honey Can substitute with maple syrup for vegan option.
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Other nut butters can be used if there are allergies.
Extra Texture
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows Larger marshmallows can be substituted if cut.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • popcorn air popper or heavy saucepan with lid
  • Large mixing bowl
  • spatula or wooden spoon
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Popcorn Preparation
  1. Start by popping approximately 6 cups of popcorn—either using an air popper or in a saucepan with a lid over medium heat. Spread them out in a large bowl and toss out any unpopped kernels.
Peanut Butter Mixture
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of honey and 1 cup of creamy peanut butter over medium heat. Stir until smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
Melt the Marshmallows
  1. Add 2 cups of mini marshmallows to the peanut butter mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until melted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Combine Mixtures
  1. Pour the peanut butter and marshmallow mixture over the popped popcorn and toss until all popcorn is coated.
Form the Balls
  1. Allow the mixture to cool for about 15-20 minutes. Once cool, spray hands with cooking spray and shape into balls. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
Cool and Serve
  1. Let the popcorn balls sit at room temperature for another 10 minutes to firm up. Enjoy fresh or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best consumed on the same day they are made for optimal texture. If stored, they last up to 3 days in an airtight container at room temperature.

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