Description
Delight in this easy recipe for Marshmallow Caramel Corn, a sweet and crunchy treat perfect for gatherings or movie nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 cups popped popcorn (about 1/2 cup unpopped kernels)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1 package (10 oz) large marshmallows (approximately 35 marshmallows)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn using your preferred method (air popper, stovetop, or microwave).
- Place the popped popcorn in a large bowl, ensuring you remove any unpopped kernels.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the brown sugar and corn syrup, stirring until the mixture is well combined and the sugar has dissolved.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the marshmallows.
- Stir continuously until the marshmallows are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the caramel-marshmallow mixture over the popcorn.
- Gently stir until all the popcorn is evenly coated.
- Spread the coated popcorn onto a large, foil-lined baking sheet sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
- Allow it to cool and set for about 10–15 minutes.
- Once set, break the popcorn into clusters and serve.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Variations: For added flavor and texture, consider mixing in nuts, pretzels, or drizzling melted chocolate over the coated popcorn before it sets.
- Storage: Store the popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop or Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg