These Halloween Popcorn Balls are a delicious, refined-sugar-free treat, perfect for spooky celebrations! Made with raw honey, they’re naturally sweet and easy to customize into fun shapes like pumpkins and ghosts.
Popcorn Ball Ingredients & Accessories
Popped Popcorn: Low in calories and provides fiber, making it a satisfying base.
Raw Honey: Natural sweetener rich in antioxidants and nutrients like vitamins and minerals.
Pretzel Sticks: Add crunch and act as the pumpkin stem.
Natural Orange Dye: Provides vibrant color without artificial additives.
Dark & White Chocolate: Adds flavor and decoration while providing a bit of antioxidant-rich indulgence.
Tips & FAQS for Perfect Halloween Popcorn Balls
- Grease your hands with coconut oil when forming the popcorn balls to prevent sticking.
- For a crispier texture, use freshly popped popcorn and drizzle the honey while it’s still warm.
- Customize with different natural colors or toppings like sprinkles for more festive fun!
Can I use a different sweetener? Yes, maple syrup can work, but the texture may vary.
How long do they last? Store in the fridge in a sealed container for up to a week.
Can I make these ahead of time? Yes! They’re perfect for making a day or two in advance.
Other Fall/Halloween Recipes To Make:
These Halloween Popcorn Balls are perfect for a festive, healthier Halloween snack! Tag me on Instagram at @healthyholme to show off your festive creation, and don’t forget to share it with your friends and family!
Halloween Popcorn Balls
Ingredients
- 6 cups popped popcorn (plain, unsalted)
- 1/2 cup raw honey
- For the pumpkin: pretzel sticks cut in half, natural orange dye, melted dark chocolate
- For the ghost: melted white and dark chocolate
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, heat the honey over medium heat until it becomes bubbly and slightly thickens (about 2-3 minutes). Be careful not to overcook, as this can cause the honey to harden too much.
- Place the popped popcorn in a large bowl. Slowly drizzle the hot honey over the popcorn while gently stirring to evenly coat all the kernels. If making pumpkins, add natural orange dye and mix until popcorn is covered.
- Let the popcorn mixture cool for a minute or two until it’s safe to handle but still warm. Grease your hands with a little oil (like coconut oil) to prevent sticking, and scoop out portions of the honey-coated popcorn. Press and shape them into balls about 2 inches in diameter. If making a pumpkin, insert a pretzel stick for the stem.
- Place the formed popcorn balls on a parchment-lined tray and let them cool completely. The honey will harden and hold the popcorn together.
- To make the ghost: Dip in melted white chocolate. Once the chocolate hardens, pipe dark chocolate on top for the eyes and mouth.To make the pumpkin: Pipe jack o lantern face on with dark chocolate.
- Place in a sealed container in the fridge until ready to serve. Enjoy!
