Hamdi Saidani Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls are made of popcorn, marshmallows, and a spooky ghost twist, perfect for a festive snacky this recipe serves 6 and takes about 20 minutes to prepare, making it a fun and easy Halloween treat for everyone.
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🤍 🕸️Why You’ll Love This Halloween Ghost Popcorn Ball Recipe:
- Fun and festive: Perfect for Halloween parties and family gatherings.
- Easy to make: Requires minimal ingredients and time, making it great for kids to help with.
- Customizable: Add your own decorations or mix-ins to make the ghosts unique.
- Budget-friendly: Simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry.
- Great for gifting: Wrap them individually for a cute and spooky Halloween treat bag.
❓ 👹 What Is Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls Recipe?
Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls are a simple, festive treat made of popcorn, marshmallows, and butter. Shaped into balls and decorated with spooky ghost faces, these treats are perfect for adding fun and flavor to your Halloween celebrations.
🌽 Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls Ingredients
- 8 cups of popped popcorn
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 bag of mini marshmallows (10 oz)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Candy eyes for decoration
- Black icing or edible marker for detailing
👻 How To Make Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls
- Pop your popcorn and set it aside in a large bowl.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add marshmallows and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
- Once the marshmallows are melted, stir in the vanilla extract.Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the popcorn and stir to coat evenly.
- Allow the popcorn mixture to cool slightly. Grease your hands with butter or non-stick spray and shape the mixture into balls.
- Once the popcorn balls are formed, press candy eyes into each ball and use black icing or edible marker to draw spooky ghost faces. Allow the popcorn balls to set for about 15 minutes before serving.
🕷️ Recipe Tips 🕷️:
- Use fresh popcorn: Make sure your popcorn is freshly popped to get the best flavor and texture.
- Add variety: You can mix in Halloween sprinkles or colored sugar for extra festive flair.
- Grease your hands: When forming the popcorn balls, use butter or oil on your hands to prevent sticking.
- Shape quickly: The marshmallow mixture hardens as it cools, so work fast while shaping the balls.
- Personalize decorations: Use different types of edible decorations like mini chocolate chips or colored frosting to make different ghost faces.
🍻 What To Serve With Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls?
Serve Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls with other spooky snacks like chocolate-covered pretzels, candy corn, or caramel apples for a fun and festive Halloween spread they also go well with White Hot Chocolate or a Halloween-themed punch at parties.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls?
- Room temperature: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Keep away from moisture to maintain crispness.
- Refrigeration: For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator in a sealed container. They’ll stay fresh for about a week, but may lose some of their crunch.
🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls?
- In The Microwave: Place leftovers halloween ghost popcorn balls in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds to soften, making them chewy again.
- In The Oven: Warm leftovers halloween ghost popcorn balls in the oven at 250°F for 2 minutes to restore some of the crunch.
FAQ’S
Can I use microwave popcorn for Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls?
Yes, microwave popcorn works perfectly for Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls, but make sure to choose a plain or lightly salted variety to balance with the sweetness of the marshmallow.
How can I make my Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls healthier?
You can reduce the amount of butter and marshmallows, or opt for air-popped popcorn and a low-sugar marshmallow option to make the Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls a bit lighter.
What decorations can I use for Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls?
Candy eyes, black icing, or edible markers work great for decorating Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls. You can also use small chocolate chips for eyes or mouths.
What can I use instead of marshmallows for Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls?
You can use a mixture of honey and peanut butter as a binder for a different texture and flavor in your Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls.
How do I prevent Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls from sticking to my hands?
Coat your hands with butter or oil before shaping the popcorn balls to keep the marshmallow mixture from sticking.
What can I do if my Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls are too sticky?
If the mixture is too sticky, allow it to cool slightly longer before shaping, or dust your hands lightly with powdered sugar to help with shaping.
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Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 popcorn ball
- Calories: 157
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Sugar: 18g
- Protein: 1g
- Fiber: 2
Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls
Description
Halloween Ghost Popcorn Balls are made of popcorn, marshmallows, and a spooky ghost twist, perfect for a festive snacky this recipe serves 6 and takes about 20 minutes to prepare, making it a fun and easy Halloween treat for everyone.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Pop your popcorn and set it aside in a large bowl.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add marshmallows and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
- Once the marshmallows are melted, stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the popcorn and stir to coat evenly.
- Allow the popcorn mixture to cool slightly. Grease your hands with butter or non-stick spray and shape the mixture into balls.
- Once the popcorn balls are formed, press candy eyes into each ball and use black icing or edible marker to draw spooky ghost faces. Allow the popcorn balls to set for about 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh popcorn: Make sure your popcorn is freshly popped to get the best flavor and texture.
Add variety: You can mix in Halloween sprinkles or colored sugar for extra festive flair.
Grease your hands: When forming the popcorn balls, use butter or oil on your hands to prevent sticking.
Shape quickly: The marshmallow mixture hardens as it cools, so work fast while shaping the balls.
Personalize decorations: Use different types of edible decorations like mini chocolate chips or colored frosting to make different ghost faces.
Nothing in this recipe tells me what the white coating is over the top of these balls to make them look like ghosts. Can you help me with that?
Hi 😊 The white coating on the ghost balls is made with melted mini marshmallows. Simply melt them until gooey, dip the balls in, and let them set until firm for that perfect ghostly look! Thank you for your comment! If you try the recipe, I’d love to hear how they turn out! Enjoy 😍!