Best 8 Popcorn And Peanut Truffles Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with our Popcorn and Peanut Truffles, where the irresistible crunch of popcorn meets the savory embrace of peanuts, all coated in a luscious chocolate ganache. These bite-sized treats are not just a symphony of textures but also a captivating blend of sweet and salty notes. Prepare to be tantalized by the classic combination of chocolate and peanut butter in our Chocolate Peanut Butter Truffles, where creamy peanut butter ganache is enveloped in a rich chocolate shell. Experience the essence of fall with our Pumpkin Spice Truffles, where warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg dance harmoniously with a luscious pumpkin filling, all encased in a decadent chocolate coating. Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with our Pina Colada Truffles, where the refreshing flavors of pineapple and coconut harmonize beautifully, creating a taste that evokes sun-kissed beaches and cool ocean breezes.

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

PEANUT-POPCORN BALLS



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For anyone who grew up loving Cracker Jack, Crunch 'n Munch, or Fiddle Faddle, our caramel-coated peanut-popcorn balls are like edible time machines. A little baking soda in the caramel keeps it light and lacy, and baking the balls after forming helps set and dry them, so they end up crisp, not tacky. Wrap them in plain parchment and striped waxed paper for the full bonbon effect.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield Makes 14

Number Of Ingredients 9

14 cups Popped Popcorn (from 1/2 cup kernels)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/4 cups packed light-brown sugar
1/3 cup light corn syrup
2 tablespoons unsulfured molasses
2 teaspoons kosher salt (we use Diamond Crystal)
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup roasted red-skinned salted peanuts or cocktail peanuts
Vegetable-oil cooking spray, for gloves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 225°F. Place popcorn in a large bowl. Melt butter in a medium heavy saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and corn syrup; cook, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly combined. Increase heat to high; bring to a boil without stirring. Cook until mixture registers 245° to 248° on a candy thermometer, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Turn off heat; stir in molasses, salt, and baking soda to completely combine. Keep stirring until mixture turns very foamy and lightens in color and bubbles up quite a bit.
  • Pour hot syrup over popcorn mixture and immediately sprinkle peanuts over top; stir until all kernels and nuts are coated. Let stand briefly. Meanwhile, put on a pair of rubber gloves and spray them with cooking spray (this isn't required, but it will help protect your hands from the heat, and it's important to work while the mixture is still warm).
  • Working quickly, use your hands to form mixture into balls, each about 1 cup in volume (if you have a 1-cup scoop, use that!). Transfer balls to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Once all have been formed, go back and use your hands to press them into tighter balls, so they really hold together. Let stand 15 minutes.
  • Bake 45 minutes. (If one or two balls fall apart during baking, let cool briefly, then re-form.) Let cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 weeks.

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.

CHEWY PEANUT BUTTER POPCORN BARS



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     dessert

Time 45m

Yield about 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking dish
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
One 10-ounce bag marshmallows
7 to 8 cups lightly salted popcorn, freshly popped or your favorite store brand
One 7.25-ounce bottle hardening chocolate sauce, such as Magic Shell

Steps:

  • Spray a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
  • Melt the peanut butter and butter together in a medium saucepan over low heat, then stir in the marshmallows. Continue to stir until the marshmallows are melted.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the popcorn to coat evenly in the melted marshmallow mixture. Pour the popcorn mixture into the coated baking dish and spread out into an even layer. Drizzle the popcorn with the chocolate sauce. Allow the popcorn treats to cool for 30 minutes, then cut into bars.

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 BUTTER POPCORN BARS



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If you're looking for a fun snack for kids, try this chewy peanut butter popcorn recipe that have a mild peanut butter taste. They're easy to mix and can be pressed into a pan to form bars, or shaped into balls. -Kathy Oswald, Wauzeka, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

10 cups popped popcorn
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place popcorn in a large bowl; set aside. In a saucepan over medium heat, bring sugar and corn syrup to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil for 1 minute. Remove from the heat., Stir in peanut butter and vanilla; mix well. Pour over popcorn and stir until well coated. Press into a buttered 13x9-in. pan. Cool slightly before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 74mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PEANUT BUTTER POPCORN



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A friend shared this fast-to-fix recipe with me and I've been making gift batches ever since. It's a perfect family snack when snuggling up to watch classic Christmas movies together!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

3-1/2 quarts popped popcorn
1 cup sugar
1 cup honey
1 cup peanut butter

Steps:

  • Place popcorn in a large bowl and set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar and honey; bring to a boil over medium heat; stirring constantly. Boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat. Add peanut butter; stir until blended. , Pour over popcorn mixture; toss gently to coat. Cool completely on waxed paper. Store in airtight containers or plastic bags.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 184mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

STICKY PEANUT BUTTER POPCORN BALLS



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Make and share this Sticky Peanut Butter Popcorn Balls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Candace Michelle

Categories     Candy

Time 20m

Yield 10 balls, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups popped popcorn
1 cup dry roasted peanuts
1/2 cup Reese's pieces or 1/2 cup M&M'
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place popcorn, candies, and peanuts in a large bowl, set aside.
  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring sugar and corn syrup to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla.
  • Quickly pour over popcorn mixture and mix well.
  • When cool enough to handle, shape into 10 2 1/2 in balls. Let stand at room temperature until firm.
  • Wrap in plastic wrap.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.6, Fat 20.3, SaturatedFat 4.2, Sodium 276.6, Carbohydrate 39.5, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 21.6, Protein 10.2

PEANUT BUTTER POPCORN



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If you love peanut butter and popcorn you'll love this! Definitely for the sweet tooth though!

Provided by AmyMTeets

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Popcorn Candy Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (3.5 ounce) packages microwave popcorn, popped
½ cup margarine
¾ cup brown sugar
¼ cup peanut butter
20 large marshmallows

Steps:

  • Pour popcorn into a large bowl. In a glass or plastic bowl, combine the margarine, brown sugar, and marshmallows. Cook at 1 minute intervals in the microwave, stirring between each time, until the mixture is melted and smooth. Stir in the peanut butter until well blended. Pour the melted mixture over the popcorn, and stir quickly to coat the corn before it cools.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.5 calories, Carbohydrate 43.9 g, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 405.8 mg, Sugar 24.7 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate and peanut butter for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the chocolate to see if it's ready by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If it forms a firm ball, it's ready.
  • Be careful not to overcook the sugar mixture. If it gets too hot, it will start to crystallize and the truffles won't be smooth.
  • If the truffles are too soft, you can chill them in the refrigerator for a few minutes before coating them in chocolate.
  • Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Conclusion:

Popcorn and peanut truffles are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a sweet and salty snack that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give these truffles a try.

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