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Ghost Bombs For Kids Recipe

Ghost Bombs For Kids Recipe


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  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Whip up ghost bombs for a Halloween treat that’ll make your little ghouls giggle with spooky delight. Marshmallow ghosts covered in white chocolate create a playful and creepy snack perfect for your Halloween party.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 1 cup popcorn
  • ½ cup marshmallows
  • ½ cup chocolate chips

Decorative Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup ghost-shaped candies

Supporting Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Gently melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a pan at low heat (250°F), ensuring it doesn’t brown.
  2. Pour 1 cup of popcorn into the pan and carefully stir until each kernel gets a smooth butter coating.
  3. Sprinkle ½ cup of marshmallows and ½ cup of chocolate chips into the pan, stirring continuously until they’re completely melted and integrated with the popcorn.
  4. Take the pan off the heat and let the mixture cool for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to become slightly sticky and manageable.
  5. Fold in ¼ cup of ghost-shaped candies, making sure they’re evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  6. Using clean hands, quickly roll the mixture into compact 2-inch balls, pressing gently to help them hold their shape.
  7. Place the ghost bombs on a parchment-lined tray and let them set at room temperature for 10-15 minutes until they’re firm and cool.

Notes

  • Melt butter and marshmallows slowly to prevent burning and ensure smooth texture.
  • Use white chocolate chips for a ghostly appearance that matches the theme.
  • Let the mixture cool just enough so candies don’t melt when stirring.
  • Work quickly when shaping balls to keep the treats from becoming too sticky or falling apart.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Sautéed
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 181 kcal
  • Sugar: 15 g
  • Sodium: 48 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 13 mg