Mini Jell-O Popcorn Balls

5 from 1 vote

Easy to make Mini Jell-O popcorn balls

Prep Time10

Active Time2

drying and decorating10

Total Time22

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Yield:

Calories: 60cal

Author: Melissa Haines

Cost: $10

Popcorn - Pop popcorn and pour it into a large bowl trying to keep popcorn kernels from getting into the bowl. If they do, then you can try to remove them, or transfer most of the popcorn from the top into another large bowl leaving the kernels in the bottom
Place butter into a microwave-safe bowl.
Cook on high for about 10-15 seconds or until butter is melted
Add marshmallows and cook on high for about 1&1/2 to 2 minutes or until the marshmallow is melted and puffed up
Add Jell-O to the marshmallow and stir until combined. If you have more Jell-O powder and want a stronger flavor, add more at this stage.
Pour the marshmallow mixture over the popcorn and toss until coated
Using disposable kitchen gloves, spray them with spray oil, and shape balls into small popcorn balls
Set onto wax paper
Cut paper straws in half and insert them into the middle of the popcorn balls
Mold the popcorn around the straw

nutrition facts are only an estimate

The marshmallow mixture will be very hot from the microwave. Be extra careful with the hot mixture

For a stronger flavor add 1-2 oz. more of the Jell-O Gelatin