Best 7 Gelatin Flavored Popcorn Recipes
Are you in search of a delightful culinary experience that combines the irresistible crunch of popcorn with the tantalizing flavors of gelatin? Look no further! In this comprehensive guide, we will embark on a journey to discover the secrets of crafting the ultimate gelatin flavored popcorn. From selecting the perfect popcorn kernels and gelatin flavors to mastering the art of coating and seasoning, we will provide you with all the essential knowledge and techniques to create this delectable snack. Whether you're hosting a movie night with friends or simply seeking a sweet and savory treat, this article will guide you towards achieving popcorn perfection.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
GELATIN-FLAVORED POPCORN
Sugar-glazed popcorn with a fruity twist. Enjoy! Great to give as gift.
Provided by GRANDMABERTHIE
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Popcorn Candy Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease a 1/4 sheet pan or two 8x12 inch baking dishes. Generously butter a heavy 2 quart saucepan.
- Distribute popcorn evenly in prepared baking pans. Place in oven to keep warm.
- In prepared saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, sugar, gelatin, corn syrup and water. Heat to 250 to 265 degrees F (121 to 129 degrees C), or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a rigid ball.
- Pour mixture evenly over popcorn and stir until coated. Return popcorn to oven and bake 5 minutes; stir, then bake 5 minutes more.
- Turn popcorn out onto a large piece of foil. Let rest until cool enough to handle, then form into balls. Or let cool completely and break into clusters. Store in an airtight container, in a cool, dry place.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 48.8 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 270.1 mg, Sugar 15.6 g
HOLIDAY JELL-O® POPCORN BALLS
Jump into the holiday spirit with these Holiday JELL-O® Popcorn Balls! Create popcorn balls in green, red and any others you might like for a creative food project. These JELL-O® popcorn balls will surely be a hit with the kids.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Christmas Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Microwave butter and marshmallows in large microwaveable bowl on HIGH 1-1/2 to 2 min. or until marshmallows are puffed. Add dry gelatin mix; stir until blended.
- Add to popcorn in large bowl; toss to coat.
- Shape into 16 balls with greased or moistened hands. Cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 60 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.87 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g
JELL-O® RAINBOW POPCORN
Liven up your usual microwaved popcorn bag with JELL-O® Rainbow Popcorn! Strawberry or lime gelatin coats popped popcorn and peanuts in this fun rainbow popcorn recipe for kids and adults alike. Experiment and try other gelatin flavors, too!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Popcorn Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 16 servings, about 1/2 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 300°F.
- Line 15x10x1-inch pan with Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil. Toss popcorn and nuts in large bowl; set aside.
- Cook butter and syrup in small saucepan on low heat until butter is melted. Add sugar and gelatin; stir until gelatin is completely dissolved. Bring to boil on medium heat. Simmer on low heat 5 min. Pour immediately over popcorn mixture; toss to coat well. Spread into prepared pan, using 2 forks to spread evenly.
- Bake 10 min. Cool. Remove from pan. Break into small pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 75 mg, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 15 g, Protein 3 g
FLAVORED POPCORN
Host an old-fashioned movie and whip up a batch of one of these snacks.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Yield Makes 3 to 4 tablespoons seasoning
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- For each of these mixtures, simply place all of the ingredients in a medium bowl; stir until they are combined, and transfer to an airtight container for storage. Season popcorn to taste.
COLORFUL POPCORN BALLS
"These easy-to-make, fruit-flavored snacks are a big hit with our four young sons," relates Mary Kay Morris from Cokato, Minnesota. For extra fun, choose gelatin flavors that match your child's school colors. They're sure to become best-sellers, so it's fortunate this recipe can be doubled.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place popcorn in a large bowl; set aside. In a saucepan, melt butter and marshmallows over low heat. Stir in gelatin until dissolved. Pour over popcorn and toss to coat. When cool enough to handle, lightly butter hands and quickly shape mixture into balls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 139mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
MARY'S JELLO POPCORN BALLS
These are really great anytime of the year. You can use any flavor and/or color combination you want.
Provided by Hill Family
Categories Gelatin
Time 30m
Yield 25 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients except popcorn in a heavy sauce pan.
- Bring to a boil and cook just until jello and sugar are dissolved.
- Pour over popcorn and mix well.
- Wet your hands under cold water, shake water off or butter hands slightly and work quickly to form popcorn balls.
- Place the finished balls on wax paper and once cooled wrap them more wax paper.
- You can make these as big or as small as you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.7, Fat 0.2, Sodium 24.6, Carbohydrate 23.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 14.6, Protein 0.6
JELLO POPCORN BALLS
My dad's aunt would make these for Christmas every year for him and mail them....now it's my job! If you over cook they will be hard as a rock so be careful.
Provided by startnover
Categories Gelatin
Time 10m
Yield 1 batch
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients except popcorn in a heavy sauce pan.
- Bring to a boil and cook just till jello and sugar are dissolved.
- Pour over popcorn and mix well and fast.
- Wet your hands under cold water, shake it off don't dry it and work quickly forming popcorn balls.
- As you make them , wrap them in squares of wax paper.
- Re-wet your hands in between forming.
- The amount you get will depend on how big you make them -- cook time is left blank because it will vary.
Tips:
- Choose the right popcorn kernels. For the best results, use non-GMO popcorn kernels that are fresh and have a high popping rate.
- Use the right amount of oil. Too much oil will make the popcorn greasy, while too little oil will make it dry and tough.
- Heat the oil to the right temperature. The ideal temperature for popping popcorn is between 400°F and 450°F. You can use a candy thermometer to measure the temperature of the oil.
- Add the popcorn kernels to the oil. Add the popcorn kernels to the hot oil in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the pot, or the popcorn will not pop evenly.
- Cover the pot and shake it. Cover the pot with a lid and shake it gently back and forth over medium heat. This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the popcorn from burning.
- Listen for the popping sounds to stop. Once the popping sounds have stopped, remove the pot from the heat and transfer the popcorn to a serving bowl.
- Add your favorite flavorings. You can add a variety of flavorings to your popcorn, such as salt, butter, cheese, caramel, or chocolate. You can also add spices, herbs, or nuts for a more savory flavor.
Conclusion:
Gelatin-flavored popcorn is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a variety of flavors to choose from, there is sure to be a gelatin-flavored popcorn that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a fun and tasty snack, give gelatin-flavored popcorn a try!
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