Popcorn Balls 2 Ways

Popcorn is by far a favorite snack at my house.  So when planning a movie night with friends, I thought I would take it a step further and make popcorn balls.  I couldn't decide who's recipe to make.  My moms.  Or my Grandmas.  So I made both!

For each of these recipes, pop 6 qts of popcorn.

Jello Popcorn Balls

(These are the ones I always remember my mom making when I was little.)

You can use any flavor jello you choose.  I chose orange because it's a nice fall color and it's my favorite flavor of jello!

1 small box jello

1 cup sugar

1 cup light corn syrup

Stir together and bring to a boil.  Boil 1 minute.  Pour over 6 qt. popcorn.  Mix well and form into balls.

Someone sure liked them!  I think I like these ones best while they are still warm.

Grandma's Popcorn Balls


30-40 large marshmallows (I used 36 -almost a whole bag, but a girls gotta have a little sugar....)
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup butter

Melt together till smooth.  Pour over popcorn.   Form into balls.  

This can be quite sticky so I find it easiest to spray my hands with Pam before making the balls.

Mmmm.....