Description
This Easter Candy Popcorn recipe is a delightful and festive treat perfect for springtime celebrations. Combining crunchy popcorn with mini marshmallows, rich butter, and colorful candy-coated chocolates, this recipe offers a sweet and salty snack that’s easy to make and sure to please kids and adults alike. It’s an ideal party snack or a fun addition to Easter baskets.
Ingredients
Scale
Popcorn Base
- 10 cups of popped popcorn
- Salt, to taste
Marshmallow Mixture
- 3 tablespoons salted sweet cream butter
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
Mix-ins and Garnishes
- Handful of mini marshmallows
- 1 cup Bunny Mix M&M’s
- 1 cup Hershey’s milk chocolate candy-coated eggs
Instructions
- Prepare the popcorn: In a large mixing bowl, place 10 cups of freshly popped popcorn. Sprinkle liberally with salt according to your taste preference and gently toss to distribute the salt evenly.
- Melt the butter and marshmallows: In a large saucepan over low heat, melt 3 tablespoons of salted sweet cream butter. Once melted, add 3 cups of mini marshmallows and stir continuously until the marshmallows are fully melted and combined into a smooth, sticky mixture.
- Combine popcorn and marshmallow mixture: Pour the melted marshmallow mixture over the salted popcorn. Using a spatula or wooden spoon, gently fold the mixture to coat the popcorn evenly without crushing the kernels.
- Add candy mix-ins: Immediately mix in a handful of mini marshmallows, 1 cup of Bunny Mix M&M’s, and 1 cup of Hershey’s milk chocolate candy-coated eggs. Fold carefully to distribute the candies throughout the popcorn evenly.
- Cool and serve: Spread the popcorn mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or large tray to cool and set. Allow it to cool completely to let the marshmallow coating harden slightly. Once cooled, break into clusters and serve.
Notes
- Use freshly popped popcorn for best texture and flavor.
- Adjust salt levels to balance sweetness according to your taste.
- If you prefer a less sticky texture, lightly butter your hands when mixing the marshmallow-coated popcorn.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
- For a gluten-free option, verify that the candies used are gluten-free certified.
