Description
Marshmallow popcorn is a delightful snack that elevates fluffy popcorn with a sweet marshmallow coating, making it perfect for movie nights, birthday parties, or casual munching. This easy recipe combines nostalgia and flavor in every crunchy bite, satisfying your sweet tooth while bringing back cherished childhood memories. With minimal ingredients and simple steps, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing treat ready in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn using an air popper or stovetop method; if using a pot, heat over medium with a tablespoon of oil until popping slows.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter until it is liquid but not browned.
- Add mini marshmallows to the melted butter and stir continuously until fully melted.
- Pour popped popcorn into a large mixing bowl and drizzle the marshmallow-butter mixture over it while tossing gently to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the coated popcorn and mix well.
- Spread the mixture onto parchment paper to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Popping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg