Delicious and Festive Peppermint Popcorn Balls

These Peppermint Popcorn Balls are a fun and festive holiday treat that everyone will love. Made with freshly popped popcorn, crushed peppermint candies, and marshmallow, these popcorn balls are sweet, crunchy, and packed with a minty flavor. They are perfect for parties, gifts, or simply enjoying as a festive snack. These delicious and easy-to-make peppermint popcorn balls are sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering!

Ingredients

• 10 cups freshly popped popcorn
• 1 cup crushed peppermint candies
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cups mini marshmallows
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Red food coloring (optional)
• Additional crushed peppermint candies (for decoration)

Directions

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine the popped popcorn and crushed peppermint candies. Mix well.
3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the mini marshmallows and stir until melted and smooth.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a few drops of red food coloring (if desired) until evenly combined.
5. Pour the marshmallow mixture over the popcorn. Using a spatula or greased hands, gently toss the popcorn until evenly coated with the marshmallow mixture.
6. With greased hands, quickly shape the coated popcorn into balls, about 2-3 inches in diameter. Place the popcorn balls onto the prepared baking sheet.
7. Sprinkle additional crushed peppermint candies on top of each popcorn ball for decoration, gently pressing them into the surface.
8. Allow the popcorn balls to cool and set at room temperature for about 20 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

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