Marshmallow Caramel Corn Recipe
Marshmallow Caramel Corn is a delightful sweet and crunchy snack combining buttery caramel with gooey melted marshmallows, all coated over fresh popped popcorn. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for movie nights or parties and offers a delicious twist on classic caramel corn with a marshmallow-infused sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 12 cups 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 12 cups popped popcorn
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1 package (10 oz) large marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Popcorn: Pop approximately 12 cups of popcorn using your preferred method, ensuring it is fresh and free from un-popped kernels. Place the popped popcorn into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
- Melt Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter. Once melted, add 1 cup packed brown sugar and 2 tablespoons light corn syrup. Stir the mixture consistently until the sugar dissolves and everything is well combined.
- Add Marshmallows: Add one 10-ounce package of large marshmallows to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the marshmallows are fully melted and the mixture is smooth. Then remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract for added flavor.
- Combine: Pour the hot marshmallow caramel mixture over the prepared popcorn. Gently fold the popcorn with a spatula or wooden spoon to coat the popcorn evenly with the sticky, sweet mixture without crushing the kernels.
- Cool and Serve: Spread the coated popcorn on a parchment-lined baking sheet or leave in the bowl, allowing it to cool slightly to set. Serve once the marshmallow caramel corn has firmed up but is still chewy and delicious.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly popped popcorn without butter or salt added beforehand.
- Light corn syrup helps prevent crystallization, but can be substituted with honey or golden syrup for a different flavor.
- You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips after coating for extra texture and flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- Be careful when handling the hot marshmallow mixture as it can cause burns.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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