Best 7 Peanut Popcorn Balls Recipes

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Calling all popcorn lovers! If you're seeking a sweet and savory treat that's perfect for snacking, gatherings, or festive occasions, look no further than the classic "Peanut Popcorn Balls." These delectable bites combine the irresistible crunch of popcorn with the nutty flavor of peanuts, all bound together with a gooey caramel coating. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind creating the perfect peanut popcorn balls, ensuring they turn out golden brown, crispy, and bursting with flavor in every bite.

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PEANUT BUTTER POPCORN BALLS



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My mom made these every Halloween when I was a kid and you could still give this out as a treat. It still is a treat as a moist and chewy fall snack. You can make into balls or leave loose and serve like carmel corn if you prefer.

Provided by Lilcat

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Popcorn Candy Recipes     Popcorn Ball Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup brown sugar
⅔ cup white corn syrup
¼ cup butter
1 cup peanut butter
20 cups popped popcorn

Steps:

  • Combine brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter in a large saucepan; cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a rolling boil. Remove saucepan from heat; stir in peanut butter until mixture is smooth.
  • Place popcorn in a large bowl. Pour peanut butter mixture over popcorn; toss until evenly coated. Form into about 16 balls using buttered hands. Arrange balls on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet; allow to dry and set, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.4 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 107.2 mg, Sugar 18.5 g

PEANUT CANDY POPCORN BALLS



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Kids love these colorful novelties, concocted from popcorn, nuts, M&M's and marshmallows, so they make great stocking stuffers. Instead of balls, the salty-sweet recipe can be shaped into a cheery cake using a buttered angel food cake pan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 20m

Yield about 20 popcorn balls.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 quarts popped popcorn
1-1/2 cups salted peanuts
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 package (16 ounces) miniature marshmallows
2-1/2 cups red and green milk chocolate M&M's

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the popcorn, peanuts, pecans and M&M's; set aside. In a large saucepan, combine the butter, oil and marshmallows; cook and stir until smooth. Pour over popcorn mixture; mix well., When cool enough to handle, shape into popcorn balls. Let stand at room temperature until firm before wrapping in plastic wrap or stacking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440 calories, Fat 29g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 195mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

PEANUT BUTTER POPCORN BALLS



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Friends and family are always happy to receive these tasty peanut butter popcorn balls. I love making them as well as eating them! -Betty Claycomb, Alverton, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups popped popcorn
1 cup dry roasted peanuts
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 lollipop sticks

Steps:

  • Place popcorn and peanuts in a large bowl; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan over medium heat, bring sugar and corn syrup to a rolling boil, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; stir in peanut butter and vanilla. Quickly pour over popcorn mixture and mix well., When cool enough to handle, quickly shape into ten 2-1/2-in. balls; insert a lollipop stick into each ball. Let stand at room temperature until firm; wrap in plastic.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 228mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

PEANUT BUTTER POPCORN BALLS



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I created this tasty treat for my daughter's fourth birthday party. Fun and easy and no corn syrup!

Provided by Motivated Mama

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 10 Balls, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 liters air popped popcorn
3/4 cup honey
1/4 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • In a saucepan mix the honey and brown sugar. Bring to a boil while stirring then add peanut butter and vanilla. Stir until well combined.
  • Place the popcorn into a large bowl and pour hot mixture over it and stir until it is well coated.
  • The popcorn mixture will be hot but as soon as your hands can take the heat begin forming it into softball sized balls by compressing the popcorn tightly with your hands and placing them on a wax or parchment paper lined cookie sheet. Once all balls are formed, put the cookie sheet into the fridge to cool.
  • (it doesn't take long but they can be left over night, it doesn't really matter).
  • To keep little hands from getting too sticky, shove a stick into each ball after it has cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16758.8, Fat 269.1, SaturatedFat 44, Sodium 1222.6, Carbohydrate 3241.5, Fiber 560.2, Sugar 313, Protein 538.5

CANDY CORN & PEANUT POPCORN BALLS



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My daughter and I enjoy baking and cooking together, and this recipe is one my daughter can help make and then share at school.-Kim Shireman, Searcy, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 packages (3.3 ounces each) butter-flavored microwave popcorn
1 package (18-1/2 ounces) candy corn
1 jar (16 ounces) dry roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup butter, cubed
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Cook popcorn according to package directions; place in a large bowl. Add candy corn and peanuts; mix well., In a large saucepan, combine marshmallows, butter and oil. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Stir in vanilla. Pour over popcorn mixture; mix well. Cool slightly., With greased hands, shape mixture into 12 popcorn balls, about 2-1/3 cups each. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts :

PEANUT & POPCORN BALLS



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Young and old alike enjoy munching on-and makeing-these chewy popcorn balls. Young goblins especially like them around Halloween. -Lisa Allbright, Crockett, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 quarts popped popcorn
2 cups dry roasted peanuts
1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin
1 to 2 teaspoons light corn syrup

Steps:

  • Place popcorn and peanuts in a large bowl. In a large microwave-safe bowl, heat marshmallows and butter on high for 2 to 2-1/2 minutes or until melted; stir in gelatin powder until dissolved. Pour over popcorn mixture and toss to coat., With lightly buttered hands, quickly shape mixture into twelve 2-1/2-in. balls. Let stand at room temperature until firm before wrapping in plastic wrap.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 405mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

HONEY PEANUT BUTTER POPCORN BALLS RECIPE - (4/5)



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Provided by gwendee1

Number Of Ingredients 3

9 cups organic popcorn
1/3 cup organic honey
1/3 cup organic unsweetened peanut butter

Steps:

  • Pop popcorn. Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the peanut butter and honey. Stir continuously as it cooks. Once well blended, immediately pour over popcorn evenly. Gently mix with a spatula until well coated. Using a large spoon, drop heaping spoonfuls (about 2 Tablespoons) of the popcorn mixture in rows on the baking sheet. Press each pile of popcorn mixture firmly into a one-inch ball. Let cool completely before serving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh popcorn for the best results. Stale popcorn will not hold together as well and will be more difficult to shape.
  • If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the sugar syrup by dropping a small amount into a bowl of cold water. If the syrup forms a soft ball, it is ready.
  • Be careful not to overcook the sugar syrup. If it gets too hot, it will become hard and brittle.
  • Work quickly when shaping the popcorn balls. The syrup will start to harden as it cools, so you need to work quickly before it becomes too difficult to handle.
  • If you want to make the popcorn balls extra special, you can decorate them with sprinkles, nuts, or other toppings.

Conclusion:

Peanut popcorn balls are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of these classic treats that will be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give peanut popcorn balls a try. You won't be disappointed!

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