Best 6 Bonnies Popcorn Pumpkins For Halloween Recipes

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As Halloween approaches, many people start searching for the perfect recipe to cook bonnies popcorn pumpkins. These small, round pumpkins are a popular decoration for the holiday, and they can also be used to make a variety of delicious dishes. From savory soups and stews to sweet pies and muffins, there are endless possibilities for cooking with bonnies popcorn pumpkins. Whether you're looking for a festive appetizer or a hearty main course, you're sure to find a recipe that will satisfy your taste buds. In this article, we'll explore some of the best recipes for cooking bonnies popcorn pumpkins for Halloween, providing you with all the inspiration you need to create a truly memorable holiday meal.

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HALLOWEEN POPCORN PUMPKINS



Halloween Popcorn Pumpkins image

Popcorn balls are colored orange and made to look like pumpkins. These are a fun Halloween treat for kid and adult parties. Very versatile!

Provided by ALETA1314

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Popcorn Candy Recipes     Popcorn Ball Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups popped popcorn
1 cup candy corn
1 cup chopped salted peanuts
½ cup butter or margarine
3 cups miniature marshmallows
4 drops red food coloring
3 drops yellow food coloring
4 sticks red or black licorice, cut into thirds

Steps:

  • Grease a muffin pan and set aside. Place popcorn, candy corn and peanuts into a large bowl and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in marshmallows, red food coloring and yellow food coloring, adjusting color if needed to get a nice shade of orange. When the marshmallows are completely melted, pour over the popcorn and stir to evenly distribute the candy, nuts and marshmallow.
  • Use a greased spoon to fill the muffin cups. Insert a piece of licorice to act as the stem, and mold the popcorn around it. Let stand until firm, 10 to 15 minutes, and then pull the pumpkins out by their stems and admire your pumpkin patch!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.8 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 220.5 mg, Sugar 30.8 g

HALLOWEEN POPCORN PUMPKINS



Halloween Popcorn Pumpkins image

Popcorn balls are colored orange and made to look like pumpkins. These are a fun Halloween treat for kid and adult parties. Very versatile!

Provided by ALETA1314

Categories     Popcorn Balls

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups popped popcorn
1 cup candy corn
1 cup chopped salted peanuts
½ cup butter or margarine
3 cups miniature marshmallows
4 drops red food coloring
3 drops yellow food coloring
4 sticks red or black licorice, cut into thirds

Steps:

  • Grease a muffin pan and set aside. Place popcorn, candy corn and peanuts into a large bowl and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in marshmallows, red food coloring and yellow food coloring, adjusting color if needed to get a nice shade of orange. When the marshmallows are completely melted, pour over the popcorn and stir to evenly distribute the candy, nuts and marshmallow.
  • Use a greased spoon to fill the muffin cups. Insert a piece of licorice to act as the stem, and mold the popcorn around it. Let stand until firm, 10 to 15 minutes, and then pull the pumpkins out by their stems and admire your pumpkin patch!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.8 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 220.5 mg, Sugar 30.8 g

POPCORN PUMPKINS



Popcorn Pumpkins image

Make and share this Popcorn Pumpkins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kzbhansen

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 12 pumpkins

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 quarts popped popcorn
1/4 cup butter
1 (10 1/2 ounce) mini marshmallows
1 (3 ounce) orange gelatin
12 green dots decorative candies
1 -2 tablespoon marshmallow cream, as glue
black licorice strings

Steps:

  • Place the popcorn in a very large bowl.
  • In microwave safe bowl, heat butter and marshmallows on high for 1 1/2-2 minutes or until melted; stir in the orange gelatin powder until dissolved.
  • Pour mixture over popcorn and toss well to coat.
  • I spray my hands with Pam or you can lightly coat your hands with butter to prevent sticking. Quickly shape popcorn mixture in twelve 3 inch balls or pumpkin shapes. Place on a piece of wax paper.
  • For stems insert the green dots candy using some of the marshmallow cream as adhesive or glue LOL.
  • Use the black licorice for eyes, nose etc.
  • ***Be Creative with other candies to decorate your pumpkins with***.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.1, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 81.8, Carbohydrate 33.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 21.1, Protein 2.1

HALLOWEEN POPCORN PUMPKINS



Halloween Popcorn Pumpkins image

Popcorn balls are colored orange and made to look like pumpkins. These are a fun Halloween treat for kid and adult parties. Very versatile!

Provided by ALETA1314

Categories     Popcorn Balls

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups popped popcorn
1 cup candy corn
1 cup chopped salted peanuts
½ cup butter or margarine
3 cups miniature marshmallows
4 drops red food coloring
3 drops yellow food coloring
4 sticks red or black licorice, cut into thirds

Steps:

  • Grease a muffin pan and set aside. Place popcorn, candy corn and peanuts into a large bowl and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in marshmallows, red food coloring and yellow food coloring, adjusting color if needed to get a nice shade of orange. When the marshmallows are completely melted, pour over the popcorn and stir to evenly distribute the candy, nuts and marshmallow.
  • Use a greased spoon to fill the muffin cups. Insert a piece of licorice to act as the stem, and mold the popcorn around it. Let stand until firm, 10 to 15 minutes, and then pull the pumpkins out by their stems and admire your pumpkin patch!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.8 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 220.5 mg, Sugar 30.8 g

HALLOWEEN POPCORN PUMPKINS



Halloween Popcorn Pumpkins image

Popcorn balls are colored orange and made to look like pumpkins. These are a fun Halloween treat for kid and adult parties. Very versatile!

Provided by ALETA1314

Categories     Popcorn Balls

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups popped popcorn
1 cup candy corn
1 cup chopped salted peanuts
½ cup butter or margarine
3 cups miniature marshmallows
4 drops red food coloring
3 drops yellow food coloring
4 sticks red or black licorice, cut into thirds

Steps:

  • Grease a muffin pan and set aside. Place popcorn, candy corn and peanuts into a large bowl and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in marshmallows, red food coloring and yellow food coloring, adjusting color if needed to get a nice shade of orange. When the marshmallows are completely melted, pour over the popcorn and stir to evenly distribute the candy, nuts and marshmallow.
  • Use a greased spoon to fill the muffin cups. Insert a piece of licorice to act as the stem, and mold the popcorn around it. Let stand until firm, 10 to 15 minutes, and then pull the pumpkins out by their stems and admire your pumpkin patch!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.8 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 220.5 mg, Sugar 30.8 g

HALLOWEEN POPCORN PUMPKINS



Halloween Popcorn Pumpkins image

Popcorn balls are colored orange and made to look like pumpkins. These are a fun Halloween treat for kid and adult parties. Very versatile!

Provided by ALETA1314

Categories     Popcorn Balls

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups popped popcorn
1 cup candy corn
1 cup chopped salted peanuts
½ cup butter or margarine
3 cups miniature marshmallows
4 drops red food coloring
3 drops yellow food coloring
4 sticks red or black licorice, cut into thirds

Steps:

  • Grease a muffin pan and set aside. Place popcorn, candy corn and peanuts into a large bowl and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in marshmallows, red food coloring and yellow food coloring, adjusting color if needed to get a nice shade of orange. When the marshmallows are completely melted, pour over the popcorn and stir to evenly distribute the candy, nuts and marshmallow.
  • Use a greased spoon to fill the muffin cups. Insert a piece of licorice to act as the stem, and mold the popcorn around it. Let stand until firm, 10 to 15 minutes, and then pull the pumpkins out by their stems and admire your pumpkin patch!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.8 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 220.5 mg, Sugar 30.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose small, evenly-sized pumpkins for even cooking.
  • Use a sharp knife to carefully remove the tops of the pumpkins.
  • Scoop out the seeds and pulp from the pumpkins, leaving about 1-inch thick walls.
  • Place the pumpkins in a large pot of boiling water and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender.
  • Drain the pumpkins and let them cool slightly.
  • Use a spoon or melon baller to create round balls of pumpkin flesh.
  • In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin balls, sugar, water, corn syrup, salt, and butter.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the pumpkin balls are tender and the syrup has thickened.
  • Remove the pumpkin balls from the syrup and place them on a wire rack to cool.
  • Once the pumpkin balls are cool, roll them in granulated sugar.

Conclusion:

These sweet and flavorful popcorn pumpkins are a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for Halloween. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little time and effort, you can create a delicious and festive snack that will be the hit of your Halloween party. These popcorn pumpkins are a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree and are also a fun and easy project to do with kids. So grab some pumpkins and get cooking!

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