Sweet and Salty Marshmallow Popcorn
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Cuisine
Vegetarian, gluten-free
Sweet and Salty Marshmallow Popcorn
Description
This recipe begins with air-popped popcorn and crunchy pretzels spread on a baking sheet. A caramel sauce is made by melting unsalted butter with light brown sugar and corn syrup, then melting in large marshmallows. Vanilla extract and sea salt are stirred in to deepen the flavor with a sweet and salty note. This hot marshmallow mixture is poured over the popcorn and pretzels, coating them thoroughly. M&M's candies are gently folded in while the mixture is still sticky, adding bursts of color and chocolate flavor.
The sweet marshmallow caramel binds the salty pretzels and popcorn for a satisfying contrast in flavor and texture. The end result is a chewy yet crispy treat that hangs together well, with distinctive sweet, salty, and chocolate components all in one bite.
This snack is ideal for parties, movie nights, or any time a sweet and salty crunch is desired. It should be stored in an airtight container and consumed within a week to maintain freshness and texture.
Ingredients
- 8 cups Popcorn we use air popped popcorn, popped
- 1 1/2 cups pretzels
- 1/2 cup butter unsalted
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 12 marshmallow big
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon salt sea salt
- 1 cup M&M's
Instructions
- Place the popcorn and pretzels on a large baking sheet that has been lined with a Silpat baking mat. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and corn syrup and cook until melted and combined. Add the marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla and salt.
- Evenly pour the marshmallow caramel mixture over the popcorn and pretzels. Gently stir until the popcorn and pretzels are well coated. It will be sticky! Stir in the M&M's. Taste and season with additional salt, if desired. Store in an airtight container for up to one week. The popcorn will stay sticky and soft!
- Note-if you need the recipe to be gluten-free, make sure you use gluten-free pretzels. You can also use peanut M&M's or stir in peanuts!
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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