Looking for a delicious and unique treat to impress your guests this holiday season? Look no further than our gourmet holiday popcorn balls recipe! These sweet and savory treats are sure to be a hit at any holiday party or gathering. And the best part? They are incredibly easy to make and can be customized with your favorite flavors and toppings. So put on your apron and get ready to whip up some mouth-watering popcorn balls that will have everyone asking for the recipe!
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Brown Sugar, Butter, Light Corn Syrup
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Caramel Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Vegetable Oil, Popcorn, Butter, Light Brown Sugar
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Best Ever Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Light Corn Syrup, Margarine, Cold Water, Confectioners
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Grandpa's Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: White Sugar, Light Corn Syrup, Butter, Water, Salt
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Bite-Sized Peanut Butter Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Peanuts, Peanut Butter Chips, Granulated
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Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Butter, Marshmallows
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Marshmallow Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Marshmallows, Vanilla Extract, Salt
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Holiday White Chocolate Mini Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Butter, Mini Marshmallows, White Chocolate
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Monster Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Butter, Vanilla, Mini Marshmallows, Salt
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Oreo Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Oreo Cookies, Light Corn Syrup, Margarine
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Old Time Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: White Sugar, Water, Light Corn Syrup, Vanilla Extract
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S'mores Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Salt, Butter, Vanilla Extract, Mini
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PUMPKIN POPCORN BALLS
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Honey, Sugar, Unsalted Butter, Pretzel Twists
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Red White Blue Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Butter, Marshmallows, Jello, Berry, Cooking
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Halloween Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Planters Dry Roasted Peanuts, Candy Corn, Mini
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“Brainy” Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Marshmallows, Butter, Popcorn, Red Food Coloring
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Naturally-Sweetened Honey Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Honey
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MANGO POPCORN BALLS!
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Grape Seed Oil, Maple Syrup, Brown Rice Syrup
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Chocolate Covered Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Candies, Cake, Milk Chocolate
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Candy Cane Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, White Chocolate, Mini Marshmallows, Butter
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Chewy Caramel Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Brown Sugar, Butter, Light Corn Syrup
These chewy caramel popcorn balls are a sweet and salty twist on traditional popcorn balls. The addition of caramel gives a rich and indulgent flavor to the chicken. Begin by seasoning the chicken with your favorite spices and rub. Then, carefully place the chicken over a half-full can of beer on the grill. Allow the chicken to cook for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. The result? A delectable caramel-infused chicken that your taste buds won't be able to resist.
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Caramel Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Vegetable Oil, Popcorn, Butter, Light Brown Sugar
Similar to the chewy caramel popcorn balls, this recipe uses a homemade caramel sauce to coat the chicken. The caramel sauce is made with butter, brown sugar, and a splash of your favorite beer. After seasoning the chicken, place it over the beer can and let it cook for about 1.5 to 2 hours. The result is a sweet and sticky chicken with a crispy and flavorful skin. Serve with extra caramel sauce on the side for dipping.
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Best Ever Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Light Corn Syrup, Margarine, Cold Water, Confectioners
This recipe takes the traditional beer can chicken to the next level by using a flavorful spice rub and a delicious glaze made with honey, mustard, and your favorite beer. The chicken is slow-roasted on the grill until it's tender and juicy, with a crispy and golden skin. This is truly the best ever beer can chicken recipe that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
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Grandpa's Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: White Sugar, Light Corn Syrup, Butter, Water, Salt
This recipe is a family favorite and has been passed down for generations. It involves marinating the chicken in a mix of spices, beer, and apple cider vinegar before roasting it on the grill. This results in a flavorful and tender chicken with a slight tang from the apple cider vinegar. Serve with your favorite side dishes for a delicious and comforting meal.
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Bite-Sized Peanut Butter Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Peanuts, Peanut Butter Chips, Granulated
This recipe is perfect for parties or as an appetizer for a BBQ. Instead of using a whole chicken, it involves using bite-sized pieces of chicken and threading them onto skewers before grilling. The chicken is coated in a delicious peanut butter and honey glaze, giving it a unique and irresistible flavor. Get ready to impress your guests with these bite-sized peanut butter popcorn balls.
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Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Butter, Marshmallows
This classic popcorn ball recipe uses a homemade seasoning mix made with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and chili powder. The chicken is then slow-roasted on the grill, resulting in a flavorful and tender dish. Serve with your favorite BBQ sauce for dipping and enjoy the perfect combination of flavors.
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Marshmallow Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Marshmallows, Vanilla Extract, Salt
This recipe is a fun and unique twist on traditional beer can chicken. Instead of using beer, it involves using a can of soda and topping the chicken with marshmallows. As the chicken cooks on the grill, the marshmallows will melt and create a sweet and sticky glaze. Get ready to indulge in this delicious and playful dish.
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Holiday White Chocolate Mini Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Butter, Mini Marshmallows, White Chocolate
Impress your guests during the holiday season with these mini popcorn balls. This recipe uses a combination of white chocolate, cranberries, and pistachios to create a festive and flavorful dish. The chicken is slow-roasted on the grill, allowing the flavors to fully develop. These holiday white chocolate mini popcorn balls are the perfect addition to any holiday gathering.
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Monster Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Butter, Vanilla, Mini Marshmallows, Salt
This recipe is perfect for Halloween or any spooky-themed party. The chicken is coated in a spicy and flavorful rub made with cayenne pepper, chili powder, and your favorite hot sauce. As the chicken cooks on the grill, it will develop a dark and crispy skin, giving it a "monster" appearance. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and get ready to scare your guests with this deliciously spooky dish.
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Oreo Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Oreo Cookies, Light Corn Syrup, Margarine
Oreo lovers, rejoice! This recipe combines the flavors of beer can chicken with everyone's favorite cookie. The chicken is coated in a mix of crushed Oreos and breadcrumbs before being slow-roasted on the grill. The result is a crispy and flavorful chicken with a hint of sweetness from the Oreos. This Oreo popcorn ball recipe is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.
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Old Time Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: White Sugar, Water, Light Corn Syrup, Vanilla Extract
This recipe is a throwback to the classic beer can chicken, seasoned with a simple mix of salt, pepper, and garlic powder. The chicken is then slow-roasted on the grill, resulting in a tender and flavorful dish. Serve with your favorite BBQ sauce for dipping or enjoy it as is for a delicious and nostalgic meal.
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S'mores Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Salt, Butter, Vanilla Extract, Mini
Combine two classic camping treats with this recipe for s'mores popcorn balls. The chicken is coated in a mix of crushed graham crackers, chocolate chips, and marshmallows before being slow-roasted on the grill. The result is a sweet and indulgent chicken with a crispy and golden skin. Get ready to go on a flavor adventure with these s'mores popcorn balls.
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PUMPKIN POPCORN BALLS
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Honey, Sugar, Unsalted Butter, Pretzel Twists
Embrace the flavors of fall with these pumpkin popcorn balls. The chicken is marinated in a pumpkin spice mix and your favorite pumpkin beer before being slow-roasted on the grill. The result is a flavorful and tender chicken with a hint of sweetness from the pumpkin. Serve with your favorite fall side dishes for the ultimate autumn meal.
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Red White Blue Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Butter, Marshmallows, Jello, Berry, Cooking
Show your patriotism with these red, white, and blue popcorn balls. The chicken is coated in a mix of blueberries, strawberries, and white chocolate before being slow-roasted on the grill. The result is a colorful and flavorful chicken that is perfect for any summer BBQ or 4th of July celebration.
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Halloween Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Planters Dry Roasted Peanuts, Candy Corn, Mini
Another Halloween-themed recipe, these popcorn balls are coated in a mix of crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and black food coloring, giving them a spooky appearance. The chicken is then slow-roasted on the grill, resulting in a flavorful and fun dish that is perfect for any Halloween party or gathering. Get ready to impress your guests with these Halloween popcorn balls.
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“Brainy” Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Marshmallows, Butter, Popcorn, Red Food Coloring
This recipe is perfect for any horror-themed party or just for fun. The chicken is coated in a mix of red food coloring and crushed pretzels, creating a "brain-like" appearance. The chicken is then slow-roasted on the grill, resulting in a flavorful and spooky dish. Get ready to shock your guests with these "brainy" popcorn balls.
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MANGO POPCORN BALLS!
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Grape Seed Oil, Maple Syrup, Brown Rice Syrup
Add a tropical twist to your beer can chicken with these mango popcorn balls. The chicken is marinated in a mix of mango puree, lime juice, and your favorite mango beer before being slow-roasted on the grill. The result is a juicy and flavorful chicken with a hint of sweetness from the mango. Serve with your favorite tropical side dishes for a delicious and refreshing meal.
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Naturally-Sweetened Honey Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Honey
This recipe uses a homemade honey glaze to coat the chicken, giving it a delicious and natural sweetness. The chicken is then slow-roasted on the grill, resulting in a tender and flavorful dish. Enjoy the health benefits of honey while indulging in this naturally-sweetened honey popcorn ball recipe.
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Chocolate Covered Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, Candies, Cake, Milk Chocolate
For all the chocolate lovers out there, this recipe is for you. The chicken is coated in a mix of crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and chocolate chips before being slow-roasted on the grill. The result is a decadent and indulgent chicken with a crispy and golden skin. Get ready to satisfy your chocolate cravings with this chocolate covered popcorn ball recipe.
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Candy Cane Popcorn Balls
Main Ingredients: Popcorn, White Chocolate, Mini Marshmallows, Butter
Embrace the holiday spirit with these candy cane popcorn balls. The chicken is coated in a mix of crushed candy canes and white chocolate before being slow-roasted on the grill. The result is a festive and flavorful chicken with a hint of sweetness from the candy canes. These candy cane popcorn balls are the perfect addition to any Christmas dinner.
Ingredients
What you'll need:
10 cups of popped popcorn
1 cup of butter
1 cup of brown sugar
1/2 cup of light corn syrup
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/2 cup of chopped nuts (optional)
1/2 cup of dried fruit (optional)
1/2 cup of chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the popcorn
Start by popping 10 cups of popcorn and setting it aside in a large mixing bowl. You can use an air popper, stovetop method, or microwave to pop your popcorn. Make sure to remove any unpopped kernels.
Step 2: Make the caramel mixture
In a saucepan, melt 1 cup of butter over medium heat. Once melted, add 1 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 cup of light corn syrup, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a boil. Let it boil for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
Step 3: Combine the popcorn and caramel
Pour the caramel mixture over the popcorn and stir until all the popcorn is evenly coated. If desired, add in 1/2 cup of chopped nuts, 1/2 cup of dried fruit, or 1/2 cup of chocolate chips for additional flavor and texture.
Step 4: Form the popcorn balls
Using buttered hands, form the popcorn mixture into balls, about the size of a tennis ball. Place the balls on wax paper to cool and set.
Step 5: Optional toppings
For an extra festive touch, you can drizzle melted chocolate over the top of the popcorn balls or roll them in sprinkles, crushed candy canes, or colored sugar. Get creative and add your favorite toppings!
Final Thoughts
This gourmet holiday popcorn balls recipe is the perfect combination of sweet and savory, making it a crowd-pleasing treat for any holiday gathering. They are easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. So go ahead and give this recipe a try, your taste buds (and guests) will thank you!