Description
Pumpkin Popcorn Balls are a delightful and festive treat perfect for fall celebrations. These sweet and crunchy snacks combine the flavors of pumpkin and spices, making them a fun and irresistible dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups popped popcorn
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the popped popcorn and set aside.
- In a saucepan, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, corn syrup, butter, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Once boiling, let it cook for an additional 2-3 minutes without stirring.
- Remove from heat and pour the mixture over the popcorn, stirring to coat evenly.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then use buttered hands to form the popcorn into balls.
- Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool completely.
Notes
- Store the popcorn balls in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
- For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or nuts.
- These treats can be made ahead of time and stored for several days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popcorn ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Popcorn Balls, Fall Treats, Halloween Snacks, Festive Desserts