Marshmallow Popcorn and Sprinkles
- Makes 6 cups popcorn
- Prep 10 mins
- Total 10 mins
Marshmallow Popcorn is our go-to snack for our son. A cake batter popcorn without flour so you can eat it and not have one care in the world.
Marshmallow Popcorn
We will say this offers a cake batter flavor, without needing to use a cake mix. Just basic simple ingredients are needed for a rather fast funfetti popcorn that is as tasty as it is colorful!
We love a good Rice Krispies treat. Something about that buttery marshmallow mixture makes us drool.
Our mother in law makes a sweet and salty popcorn and our little boy just loves it.
We came home and added our own spin to it for a more cake batter popcorn flavor. Check out this Turkey Popcorn for Thanksgiving.
Do You Use Butter Or Margarine for Marshmallow Popcorn
Butter. Margarine will meltdown and become oily and you will find it won’t incorporate as well with marshmallow fluff.
What Is Marshmallow Fluff
Marshmallow Fluff is light, gooey, and sweet as can be. It used products like corn syrup, egg whites and more to get that marshmallowy texture and sweetness!
Can we Use Marshmallows Instead of Marshmallow Fluff
Yes. We have used a full small size bag of mini or large size marshmallows and it works too. We melt them in a pot on the stovetop with the butter.
Once melted then add in other ingredients. Stir constantly. Using bagged marshmallows over fluff with change the flavor.
Can we Make Popcorn Balls
Of course, if you want to make this marshmallow popcorn into marshmallow popcorn balls just form into balls!
We find that greasing our hands helps to prevent the popcorn from sticking to our hands as we are shaping into balls.
Add-In Items For Marshmallow Popcorn
- Chopped up candy bars
- Different colored sprinkles
- Food coloring to change popcorn base
- Mini chocolate chips
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the top
- Crumbled cookies
The list goes on and on. This popcorn is versatile in what you can add!
Does Marshmallow Popcorn Set Up
When using marshmallow fluff we tend to toss in the fridge to help the process along.
If we use mini marshmallows we have found the popcorn sets up within about 2 hours of sitting out on the counter.
It will off course be a gooey treat, but with the flavor of cake batter popcorn, we think you will just lick your fingers and carry on.
When to Serve Funfetti Popcorn
With the sprinkles and marshmallow, we consider this to be a funfetti Popcorn for sure! Let us share some fun occasions where we would serve this popcorn!
- Birthday parties
- Holidays (swap out the color of sprinkles to fit the theme)
- Weekday snack
- Packing in kids lunch for a sweet treat
- Gifting goodies to loved ones
Never a wrong time to make funfetti popcorn. Popcorn snacks like this work in any and every occasion.
Is Popcorn Gluten Free
Popcorn is dried corn, which is a whole grain food. Popcorn alone is gluten-free. You just need to watch what other ingredients go onto the popcorn
This recipe made as is in the recipe box is gluten-free.
How Do You Make Popcorn
We have a popcorn maker we use. We drizzle in a little oil, pour kernels in and let it get to work.
You could use an Air Popper or even buy bagged popcorn you make in the microwave. Just make sure it is a plain variety and not full of butter.
Sweet and Salty Marshmallow Popcorn
If you want that sweet and salty aspect to sprinkle a little salt over your popcorn once it is done popping. Or at the end, after it’s sitting out to dry, a light sprinkle of salt will give you that sweet and salty marshmallow popcorn you want.
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Keeping leftovers
After it has set up some we will break apart and stick in an airtight bag or use an airtight container. Either method works great at keeping it the right consistency.
How Long Will This Cake Batter Popcorn Last
This cake batter popcorn without flour (made so safe to consume) can be stored for 3-4 days. You will find the texture of the popcorn will lessen as you pass the days a bit.
Keeping leftovers
We store our popcorn on the counter. You can store it in the fridge if you prefer. It is a personal preference on the texture you want.
Ingredients
Makes 6 cups popcorn
- 6 cups popcorn
- 1 container Marshmallow Fluff
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sprinkles
Equipment
- West Bend 82505 Stir Crazy Electric Hot Oil Popcorn Popper Machine with Stirring Rod Offers Large Lid for Serving Bowl and Convenient Storage, 6-Quart, Red
- 9 x 13-Inch Oblong Cake Pan, Multipack of 2
Method
- Start by popping your popcorn kernels, with your desired method. We use a Stir Crazy Machine. Once popped set aside.
- Spray a 9×13 cookie sheet with cooking spray or lay a Silpat mat. This will help prevent the marshmallow popcorn from sticking to the pan.
- Empty your container of Marshmallow Fluff into a large microwave-safe container. Heat for 25 seconds, stir well, then reheat again for 25 seconds. You want to repeat this process until the marshmallow fluff is fully melted.
- Stir in the butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Slowly add in the popcorn along with half the sprinkles. Use a rubber spatula to mix up the marshmallow fluff popcorn.
- Spread the coated popcorn over the cookie sheet in a single layer. Add remaining sprinkles, focusing on any areas that are lacking sprinkles.
- Let set in the fridge for 4 hours or overnight until no longer tacky to the touch.
- Break up the marshmallow popcorn and store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve.
