Marshmallow Caramel Corn Delight: A Sweet Treat You’ll Love!
Marshmallow Caramel Corn Delight is a sweet and crunchy treat made with popcorn, gooey marshmallows, and a rich caramel sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 cups freshly popped popcorn (from approximately 1/2 cup unpopped kernels)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1 package (10 ounces) large marshmallows, about 35 pieces
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn using an air popper, stovetop, or microwave, and transfer to a large mixing bowl, discarding any unpopped kernels.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add brown sugar and corn syrup, stirring constantly, and bring to a gentle simmer. Continue cooking for 5 minutes until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
- Add marshmallows to the saucepan and stir continuously until completely melted and the sauce becomes uniform.
- Pour the warm caramel-marshmallow mixture over the popcorn. Gently toss with a spatula until all popcorn is evenly coated.
- Arrange the coated popcorn in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in a 250°F oven for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes for consistent coating.
- Remove the tray from the oven and let the popcorn cool completely. Break into clusters before serving.
Notes
- Ensure all unpopped kernels are removed to avoid unpleasant bites.
- You can add nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture if desired.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg