Popcorn Cake (Printable)

Playful popcorn and marshmallow treat with colorful candies, perfect for celebrations.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Components

01 - 12 cups plain popped popcorn (approximately 1/2 cup unpopped kernels)

→ Marshmallow Mixture

02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
03 - 1 (10-ounce) bag mini marshmallows

→ Add-ins

04 - 1 cup candy-coated chocolate pieces
05 - 1 cup mini pretzels, broken into pieces
06 - 1/2 cup roasted, salted peanuts (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Generously grease a 10-inch Bundt pan or tube pan with butter or nonstick cooking spray, ensuring all surfaces are coated for easy release.
02 - Transfer popped popcorn to an extra-large mixing bowl. Carefully sort through and discard any unpopped kernels or hard pieces.
03 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter completely. Add marshmallows and stir constantly until fully melted and smooth, approximately 3-4 minutes.
04 - Pour melted marshmallow mixture over popcorn. Working quickly with buttered hands or a spatula, toss until every piece is evenly coated.
05 - Gently fold in candy-coated chocolates, pretzel pieces, and peanuts if using. Reserve a small handful of candies for garnish if desired.
06 - Press mixture firmly and evenly into prepared pan, using buttered hands or spatula to compact the mixture and create a smooth surface.
07 - Allow cake to cool completely at room temperature for 1 hour until fully set and firm.
08 - Invert pan onto serving plate to release cake. Slice into wedges and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Its ridiculously fun to serve and watch peoples faces light up with curiosity
  • The salty-sweet-crunchy combination hits every craving at once
  • Takes less than 30 minutes from start to finish and feeds a crowd
02 -
  • Work quickly once the marshmallow mixture is ready or it will start to stiffen and become unworkable
  • Pressing firmly into the pan is crucial, otherwise the cake will crumble when you try to slice it
03 -
  • Butter your hands thoroughly before mixing to prevent the marshmallow from sticking to everything
  • A lightly greased measuring cup helps press the mixture firmly into the Bundt pan

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