Description
This marshmallow caramel corn is a sweet, sticky, and addictive treat perfect for parties, movie nights, or satisfying your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 cups popcorn (freshly popped, plain)
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Pop your popcorn and transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Remove any unpopped kernels.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt, stirring constantly until the mixture starts to bubble gently (about 3-4 minutes). Let it cook for another 2 minutes without stirring.
- Turn the heat down to low and stir in the marshmallows until completely melted and smooth.
- Pour the hot caramel mixture over the popcorn and gently toss with a wooden spoon or spatula until every kernel is coated.
- Spread the coated popcorn onto a baking sheet lined with wax paper or parchment paper. Let it cool for about 10 minutes before breaking it into clusters.
Notes
[‘Don’t skip the salt—it balances the sweetness perfectly.’, ‘Work quickly to coat the popcorn before the caramel hardens.’, ‘Use fresh popcorn for the best texture.’, ‘Soak your saucepan and utensils in hot water immediately after use for easier cleanup.’, ‘Store in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for up to two months.’]
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Protein: 2
Keywords: marshmallow caramel corn, popcorn recipe, party snack, sweet treat, caramel popcorn