Best 4 Jello Popcorn Balls Recipes

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Jello popcorn balls are a delightful and whimsical treat that are perfect for any occasion. Made with just a few simple ingredients, these popcorn balls are a snap to make and can be customized to suit your own taste preferences. Whether you like them classic, fruity, or chocolatey, there's a Jello popcorn ball recipe out there for you.

This article features three delicious Jello popcorn ball recipes:

1. **Classic Jello Popcorn Balls:** This recipe is a timeless classic for a reason. It features a simple combination of Jell-O, popcorn, and butter, resulting in a sweet and satisfying treat that's sure to please everyone.

2. **Fruity Jello Popcorn Balls:** If you're looking for something a little more fun and festive, try these fruity Jello popcorn balls. Made with a variety of your favorite Jell-O flavors, these popcorn balls are bursting with fruity goodness.

3. **Chocolate Jello Popcorn Balls:** Chocolate lovers, rejoice! These chocolate Jello popcorn balls are the perfect treat for you. Made with chocolate Jell-O, chocolate chips, and cocoa powder, these popcorn balls are rich, decadent, and utterly irresistible.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy these delicious and easy-to-make Jello popcorn balls. So gather your ingredients and get ready to make some tasty memories!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

JELLO POPCORN BALLS



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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

1 cup corn syrup
1/2 cup sugar
1 (3 ounce) package Jello gelatin (you can use any , we do it by color and season)
10 cups popped popcorn

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.

JELLO-POPCORN BALLS



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When the kids were little I had to send snacks for snack day at school when it came our time...I used to popcorn and have my old maid hunters do their job...then I would sprinkle Jello over the popcorn, but I got to thinking about adding it to my marshmallow popcorn balls...They are pretty good I must say....this has a flavor all...

Provided by JoSele Swopes

Categories     Other Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 popcorn, popped (bag - med/lrg)
2 stick butter
2 pkg marshmallows
1 pkg jello any flavor (small package)
shortening, butter flavor
YOU CAN USE PREPOPPED OR POP YOUR OWN
POPCORN ABOVE REPRESENT PREPOPPED

Steps:

  • 1. Place a Medium to large bag of popcorn (pre-popped) into a large pot. If you do not have a pot you may wash your sink good and dry it good to use it.
  • 2. In a dutch oven, put butter and marshmallows and food color into pan. Turn heat to medium and stir constantly till marshmallows are all melter starting to bubble, sprinkle dry Jello in gradually mixing thoroughly . Pour over popcorn, stir into popcorn, mix good.
  • 3. Grease your hands with the shortening real well and start making your popcorn balls by pressing in good and hard till firm about the size of a softball.
  • 4. After you have finished you may put each one into a zip lock sandwich bag. Have fun and Enjoy......

MARY'S JELLO POPCORN BALLS



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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

1 cup white corn syrup
1 cup sugar
1 (3 ounce) package Jello gelatin (any flavor)
9 cups popped popcorn

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



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As a young bride I didn't really know how to cook and lived in the Republic of Panama with my Military husband I relied on the other airmens wives for help learning to cook. I recived this recipe from one of the other airforce wives, it's easy to make and great for any Holiday, birthday party etc.

Provided by susan simons

Categories     Popcorn

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 c corn syrup, light
1 c sugar
1 pkg jello (any flavor)
1 c unpopped corn

Steps:

  • 1. Pop popcorn in an air popper and set aside.
  • 2. Combine corn syrup, sugar and jello and boil for 3 minutes.
  • 3. Pour mixture over popcorn and shape into balls. Just change the flavor jello for different Holidays.

Tips:

  • Choose the right Jell-O flavor. There are many different flavors of Jell-O, so you can choose one that you like or try something new. Some popular flavors for popcorn balls include cherry, strawberry, orange, and lime.
  • Use fresh popcorn. Don't use stale popcorn, as it will not taste as good and will not hold together as well.
  • Make sure the popcorn is completely coated in Jell-O. This will help to keep the popcorn balls together and prevent them from crumbling.
  • Chill the popcorn balls before serving. This will help them to set and become more firm.
  • Be creative with your toppings. You can top the popcorn balls with sprinkles, chopped nuts, or even mini marshmallows.

Conclusion:

Jello popcorn balls are a fun and easy snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, and other gatherings. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make delicious Jello popcorn balls that are sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a sweet and crunchy snack, give Jello popcorn balls a try!

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