Marshmallow Caramel Corn
Indulge in the delightful taste of Marshmallow Caramel Corn—a sweet and crunchy snack that captures the essence of childhood. This easy-to-make treat combines fluffy popcorn with gooey marshmallows and rich caramel, creating a flavor explosion perfect for movie nights, parties, or cozy evenings at home. With its golden hue and irresistible texture, this recipe guarantees smiles all around!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup popcorn kernels (yields approx. 8 cups popped)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp baking soda
Instructions
- Pop the kernels using an air popper or stovetop method; place in a large bowl.
- In a medium saucepan, melt sugar and butter over medium heat until boiling; let bubble for 4 minutes without stirring.
- Remove from heat and stir in mini marshmallows until melted.
- Mix in vanilla extract and baking soda (expect some fizzing).
- Pour the caramel-marshmallow mixture over popcorn and mix thoroughly.
- Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C); spread coated popcorn on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider using flavored marshmallows or drizzling melted chocolate over the finished product. - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.