Chocolate Nut Treats: Mix the first four ingredients until well combined. Set aside.
Crush nuts with a mortar and pestle for larger chunks, or in a food processor for a finer consistency.
Mix the chocolate mixture with the nut mix and form into 1 ½ inch balls.
Popcorn Balls with Chocolate and Almonds: Pop the popcorn in microwave for 3 minutes. Set aside.
Mix the next four ingredients together.
After the chocolate mix is well combined, mix the popcorn into it. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. This makes it easier to roll into balls.
Make 1 ½ inch balls by firmly pressing the mix together.
Crush the slivered almonds with a mortar and pestle if you want some larger chunks, or you can chop whole almonds in a food processor for a finer consistency.