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Marshmallow Popcorn is ooey, gooey and utterly delicious! It’s slightly addictive and if you are not careful, you will eat the whole bowl!
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.
I experimented with a lot of recipes I found on Pinterest in the beginning and I found it’s a little bit of a risk when you try something you’ve pinned.
When I found 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.
Ingredients Needed
- Popcorn, unpopped kernels removed
- Butter
- Marshmallows
- Brown Sugar
Tips
- 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.
- 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.
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.
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Marshmallow Popcorn
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:
Jennifer G. says
LOVE this recipe! It couldn’t be more simple or addictive! I took the liberty of adding about a teaspoon of vanilla to the marshmallow mixture. I even went the extra mile and made my own popcorn via air popper. I use a brand that has less hulls and leaves fewer unpopped kernels.
Has anyone used the flavored marshmallows: peppermint, chocolate etc?
Leigh Anne says
Jennifer, Love the idea of adding vanilla and of using flavored marshmallows!!
putri says
can you make this without microwave?
Leigh Anne says
I have never done it on the stove top but I would give it a try.
AKG says
Hi,
just to clarify, would 2 sticks of butter = 1 cup? Should I use salted or unsalted butter? Also, the microwave popcorn is plain unflavored popcorn, am I right?
Sorry for all the questions! I wanna get this perfect ’cause it sounds and looks so delicious! đŸ™‚
Leigh Anne says
Yes, 2 sticks of butter is one cup. I use salted butter and you can use whatever plain or buttered popcorn. The butter flavor just makes the marshmallow popcorn more buttery!
SanDee says
do you have to use brown sugar?
Leigh Anne says
I have never made it without brown sugar.
SanDee says
Do you have to add brown sugar?
Leigh Anne says
SanDee – I have never made it without and I am sure it would alter the flavor but I figure with a recipe – you don’t have to do anything if you don’t want to! Give it a try!