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Easter Candy Popcorn

Deliciously Easy Easter Candy Popcorn for Sweet Celebrations

This Easter Candy Popcorn is a delightful blend of sweet and salty flavors, perfect for festive celebrations.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Popcorn Base
  • 10 cups popcorn Freshly popped kernels
  • 3 tablespoons butter Sweet cream, salted butter
For the Marshmallow Coating
  • 3 cups mini marshmallows Essential for gooey texture
  • 1 cup additional mini marshmallows For decoration
For the Festive Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Easter Mix M&Ms Add color and sweetness
  • 1 cup candy coated milk chocolate eggs Crunchy chocolate surprise

Equipment

  • Air popper or stovetop pot
  • large mixing bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pop the popcorn and remove any un-popped kernels. The popcorn should be light and fluffy.
  2. Transfer the popcorn to a large mixing bowl and sprinkle with salt while warm.
  3. Melt the butter over medium heat in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add mini marshmallows to the melted butter and stir until completely melted into a smooth mixture.
  5. Drizzle the marshmallow mixture over the salted popcorn and gently fold to combine.
  6. Pour the coated popcorn onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread evenly.
  7. While warm, sprinkle Easter Mix M&Ms and additional mini marshmallows on top.
  8. Allow to cool completely, then break into pieces and store in an airtight container if not serving immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best freshness, store in an airtight container and consume within three days.

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