Popcorn balls get sweet, salty and crunchy when you add a little chocolate and then go nuts.
—NINA VILHAUER MINA, SD
PREP: 20 MIN. + COOLING • MAKES: ABOUT 5 DOZEN
4 quarts popped popcorn
3 cups salted peanuts
1 package (12.6 ounces) milk chocolate M&M’s
1 package (16 ounces) large marshmallows
1 cup butter, cubed
1. In a bowl, combine popcorn, peanuts and M&M’s. In a large saucepan, combine marshmallows and butter. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Add to popcorn mixture; mix well.
2. When cool enough to handle, shape into 2-in. popcorn balls. Let stand until firm before wrapping in plastic.