Halloween Popcorn Balls

Pour the 9 cups of popped corn into a large bowl, removing any unpopped kernels.

Combine the white corn syrup, orange Jell-O powder, and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Stir the mixture constantly until the sugar and Jell-O are fully dissolved and the mixture comes to a gentle boil, approximately 2-3 minutes.

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool for 1-2 minutes until it is warm but not scalding.

Slowly pour the warm syrup over the popcorn while stirring constantly with a wooden spoon to coat evenly.

Lightly butter your hands and shape the coated popcorn into 4-inch diameter balls, working quickly before the mixture hardens.

Place the finished popcorn balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let them cool completely, about 15-20 minutes, before serving or storing.