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Marshmallow Popcorn

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By: Leigh Anne WilkesPosted: 4/16/20Updated: 1/23/23

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bowl of marshmallow popcorn

Marshmallow Popcorn is ooey, gooey and utterly delicious! It’s slightly addictive and if you are not careful, you will eat the whole bowl!

bowl of marshmallow popcorn

Why You’ll Love This Recipe!

This recipe for Marshmallow Popcorn was one of the first recipes I pinned from Pinterest, back in the olden days.  It’s hard to remember life before Pinterest!

I experimented with a lot of recipes I found on Pinterest in the beginning and I found that the names of many recipes don’t always hold true. It’s a little bit of a risk when you try something you’ve pinned.

I found that the Melt in Your Mouth Chicken did not melt in my mouth. It actually did nothing in my mouth.

The I Want to Marry You Cookies were good but not sure they were marriage worthy.

Then I saw a recipe for this popcorn,  the pinner assured us that they were totally obsessed with this treat and couldn’t get enough of it. There was no link back to a blog so unfortunately I can’t give them credit.  I discovered that they were right, this popcorn was amazing and my faith was restored in Pinterest.

overhead shot of bowl of marshmallow popcorn

Ingredients Needed

  • Popcorn. You will need 24 cups of popped popcorn. Be sure and remove unpopped kernels.
  • Butter. I use salted butter
  • Marshmallows. You can use full size or mini marshmallows. I find the mini size easier to work with
  • Brown sugar.
hand full of marshmallow popcorn

Tips from Leigh Anne

  1. I used 3 bags of microwave popcorn, but if you prefer, you can pop your corn using the stove top or an air popper. Using microwave popcorn makes this marshmallow popcorn recipe quick and easy.

How to Make Marshmallow Popcorn

  • Pop popcorn and remove any unpopped kernels.
  • In a bowl, melt the butter, sugar and marshmallows together.  You can do it in the microwave or in a pan on the stove top.
  • Stir until marshmallows are melted and mixture is smooth.
pouring marshmallow over popcorn
  • Pour marshmallow mixture over the popcorn and stir until evenly coated. 
  • Spread it out on a cookie sheet  or just pour it into a big bowl.
  • Start eating!  I promise you won’t want to stop.
spoon full of marshmallow popcorn

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will marshmallow popcorn last?

Stored in an airtight container it will last for a few days. It will get a little softer and chewier each day as the popcorn absorbs more of the marshmallow.

What kind of popcorn should I use?

It is easiest to use microwave popcorn but you can also pop your corn on the stove top or in an air popper. You need 24 cups of popcorn.

Can I make popcorn balls with this recipe?

Yes! This popcorn is sticky enough to hold together as a popcorn ball. Wrap each ball separately in plastic wrap.

overhead shot of marshmallow popcorn

If you like marshmallow popcorn try these other delicious popcorn recipes:

  • White Chocolate Popcorn
  • Popcorn Bar
  • Sugar Cookie Popcorn
  • Peanut Butter Popcorn
  • Key Lime Popcorn
  • Microwave Caramel Popcorn
  • Sugar Cookie Popcorn

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4.50 from 12 votes
overhead shot of bowl of marshmallow popcorn

Marshmallow Popcorn

Recipe From: Leigh Anne Wilkes
Marshmallow Popcorn is ooey, gooey and utterly delicious! It's slightly addictive and if you are not careful, you will eat the whole bowl!
serves: 24 servings (1 cup)
Prep:15 minutes
Cook:20 minutes
Total:35 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 24 cups microwave popcorn 3 bags popped and kernels removed
  • 1 cup butter
  • 16 oz mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup brown sugar

Instructions

  • Microwave butter, marshmallows, and brown sugar for 2 1/2 min. { Or melt butter and brown sugar in a sauce pan on the stove top. Add in the marshmallows and stir until melted.}
  • Take out and stir.
  • Microwave again for 1 minute.
  • Repeat until all is melted.
  • When done pour over popcorn and mix. YUM!

Tips & Notes:

  • I used 3 bags of microwave popcorn, but if you prefer, you can pop your corn using the stove top or an air popper. Using microwave popcorn makes this recipe quick and easy.
  • Be sure and remove all unpopped kernels.

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 93kcal (5%) Carbohydrates: 15g (5%) Protein: 1g (2%) Fat: 3g (5%) Saturated Fat: 2g (13%) Sodium: 81mg (4%) Potassium: 60mg (2%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 9g (10%) Vitamin A: 19IU Calcium: 10mg (1%) Iron: 1mg (6%)
* Disclaimer: All nutrition information are estimates only. Read full disclosure here.
Course:Candy
Cuisine:American
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  1. Kylene Smithkin says

    Posted on 8/30 at 7:35 am

    Question: Does this get real sticky with the marshmallows? I am thinking about making this for my daughter’s birthday and of course add in some M&M’s but wondering if it will be too sticky!

    Reply
    • Leigh Anne says

      Posted on 8/30 at 8:37 am

      It is pretty sticky right after making it but as it sits it sets up and still is just the right amount of gooey without totally sticking to your fingers.

      Reply
  2. Rose says

    Posted on 5/2 at 10:28 am

    This recipe… with mini chocolate chips. Thoughts?

    Reply
    • Leigh Anne says

      Posted on 5/2 at 11:42 am

      I say yes! Chocolate chips make everything better.

      Reply
  3. Marissa C Sandoval says

    Posted on 12/22 at 10:39 am

    Will this last if I make it overnight? I’m trying to pack treats for Christmas.

    Reply
    • Leigh Anne says

      Posted on 12/22 at 1:52 pm

      Marissa, Sure, just put it in an air tight container.

      Reply
  4. Giovanni says

    Posted on 7/30 at 10:52 am

    Wow, when I was a kid we used to make popcorn balls with melted butter and melted marshmallows poured over popcorn and then sometimes we would forget making the balls and just have a big pan of marshmallow popcorn.

    Reply
  5. Krista says

    Posted on 12/20 at 4:37 am

    Ok I really love your page, with all the popcorn varieties! I made the marshmallow last night oh my it is sooo good. Instead of microwave popcorn though I used 2 (8 oz) bags of cheetos puffed corn. I like to use that when I usually make caramel corn. No hulls our kernels! It worked perfect! Next time I make it though I may only make 1/2 the marshmallow mix, still had a lot of goo in the bottom of the bowl. Please share this little trick with everyone as it makes ALL popcorn treats so much more enjoyable!

    Reply
    • Leigh Anne says

      Posted on 12/22 at 2:59 pm

      Love the idea of using cheetos puffed corn – will definitely try it next time

      Reply
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