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Halloween Popcorn Balls

This not-so-spooky Halloween treat is perfect for snacking and practicing fine motor skills! Your autistic child can practice skills like mixing and shaping as they make this Halloween classic.

Halloween Popcorn Balls This not-so-spooky Halloween treat is perfect for snacking and practicing fine motor skills! Your autistic kiddo can practice skills like mixing and shaping as they make this Halloween classic. Ingredients: 1/2 cup popcorn kernels 4 tbsp butter 10 oz mini marshmallows Halloween sprinkles Instructions: Use your preferred method for popping to make your popcorn. You should have roughly 10 cups once popped. Place the popcorn on a large baking sheet. Assist your kiddo in removing any unpopped kernels and lightly salting the popcorn. Carefully melt your butter in a pot over medium heat, stir until the butter begins to lightly brown. Browning usually happens after the butter finishes foaming. Turn your heat to low and mix in your marshmallows until melted. Carefully pour the melted marshmallows over your popcorn on the baking sheet. Assist your kiddo in stirring the popcorn and marshmallow mixture. Coat your hands with butter and begin to shape your popcorn balls by lightly pressing a bit of the mixture into a ball. You want to shape them while the mixture is still warm, but be sure to check that the marshmallow is cool enough before allowing your kiddo to help. Add your Halloween sprinkles to a small bowl or plate. Roll your popcorn ball around in the sprinkles before placing it on a baking sheet. Once all your popcorn balls are coated, allow them to set before enjoying!Download Now!

Benefits of At-Home Activities

Crafts and recipes are a gentle way to build fine motor skills while practicing patience, following directions, and expressing creativity. They also give your family a low-pressure way to connect. Many of our crafts and recipes can be adapted to your child's pace and interests.  

The pink Happy Apple wearing a chef hat and holding a whisk.

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