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Ghost Popcorn Balls

Delightful Ghost Popcorn Balls for Your Spooky Treat Table

These Ghost Popcorn Balls are a fun, kid-friendly treat perfect for Halloween celebrations.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 16 cups Popcorn Plain, lightly salted
  • 4 cups Mini Marshmallows Substitute with regular marshmallows if needed
  • 0.25 cups Butter Half a stick for melting marshmallows
For the Coating
  • 10 oz Wilton Bright White Candy Melts Can substitute with white chocolate chips
  • 1 package Candy Eyeballs For decoration
Optional Decor
  • 1 cup Halloween Sprinkles For extra color and flair
  • 1 tbsp Food Coloring For tinting candy melts

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Large pot
  • spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by popping about 16 cups of plain popcorn, discarding any unpopped kernels. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, combine the mini marshmallows and butter. Stir continuously for about 5-7 minutes until melted.
  3. Pour the marshmallow mixture over the popcorn and gently fold until all pieces are coated.
  4. Lightly butter your hands and shape the coated popcorn into balls about the size of a golf ball. Place on a lined baking sheet.
  5. Let the popcorn balls sit for 30 minutes to an hour to cool and firm up.
  6. Melt the Wilton Bright White Candy Melts according to package instructions until smooth.
  7. Dip the top of each popcorn ball into the melted coating and add candy eyeballs while still soft. Set aside to harden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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