Circus Animal Cookie Popcorn Balls
These delightful, marshmallow-coated goodies take the nostalgic charm of the iconic circus animal cookies and transform them into a sweet, colorful popcorn treat that’s perfect for any celebration.
So if you are looking for a playful, crowd-pleasing treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat? Say hello to Circus Animal Cookie Popcorn Balls! Whether you’re hosting a birthday party, a movie night, or just want a fun snack to brighten your day, these popcorn balls are sure to be a hit.
Let’s get cooking!
How to Make Circus Animal Cookie Popcorn Balls
Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe
Step by Step Guide
1. Heat the sugar and water over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes a clear syrup. Add the food coloring and stir until the color is fully blended.
2. Pour the syrup over the popcorn in a large bowl and toss until all the popcorn is evenly coated.
3. Mix in the broken pieces of Circus Animal Cookies.
4. In a separate pot, melt the butter over low heat. Add the marshmallows and cook, stirring continuously, until they’re fully melted.
5. Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the popcorn and cookies. Stir everything together thoroughly, then, with gloves on, shape the mixture into 12 popcorn balls.
And there you have it! These treats are the perfect combination of sweet, crunchy, and chewy, making them an irresistible snack for any occasion. Plus, they’re so easy to make that you can whip up a batch in no time.
Whether you’re serving these at a kid’s birthday party or just indulging in a nostalgic snack, Circus Animal Cookie Popcorn Balls are sure to bring smiles all around. Enjoy!
Circus Animal Cookie Popcorn Balls
Ingredients
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1-2 tbsp water
- 1 drop Red food coloring
- 3 tbsp butter
- 10.5 oz bag marshmallows
- 9 cups popped popcorn
- 2 cups Circus Animal Cookies, broken into pieces
Instructions
- Heat the sugar and water over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes a clear syrup. Add the food coloring and stir until the color is fully blended.
- Pour the syrup over the popcorn in a large bowl and toss until all the popcorn is evenly coated.
- Mix in the broken pieces of Circus Animal Cookies.
- In a separate pot, melt the butter over low heat. Add the marshmallows and cook, stirring continuously, until they’re fully melted.
- Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the popcorn and cookies. Stir everything together thoroughly, then, with gloves on, shape the mixture into 12 popcorn balls.
