Description
Homemade Marshmallow Caramel Corn brings nostalgic sweetness to classic snack traditions. Crisp kernels coated in gooey marshmallow and caramel create an irresistible treat you won’t stop munching.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 cups (2.8 l / 2.8 liters) popped popcorn
- 1 package (283 g / 10 oz) large marshmallows
- 1 cup (200 g) packed brown sugar
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) light corn syrup
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Popcorn Preparation: Deploy a preferred popping method, meticulously removing unpopped kernels. Transfer pristine popcorn into a parchment-lined, expansive heat-resistant vessel.
- Caramel Creation: In a saucepan, amalgamate brown sugar, unsalted butter, and heavy cream. Whisk vigorously until the mixture evolves into a lustrous, effervescent golden elixir, simmering for 2-3 minutes.
- Marshmallow Integration: Gently fold mini marshmallows into the caramel, stirring until they melt completely, forming a silky, uniform sauce that glistens with sweet potential.
- Coating Technique: Drench the popcorn with the molten marshmallow-caramel mixture, employing a gentle folding motion to ensure comprehensive coverage of each kernel.
- Caramelization Process: Position the coated popcorn in an oven preheated to 250F. Periodically redistribute the mixture to promote uniform caramelization and prevent burning, continuing for approximately 30 minutes.
- Cooling and Finishing: Remove the golden-brown clusters from the oven. Allow complete cooling, optionally embellishing with a delicate sea salt sprinkle or additional caramel drizzle for enhanced flavor complexity.
- Serving Preparation: Gently separate the popcorn into delectable clusters, ready for immediate enjoyment or shared indulgence.
Notes
- Kernel Quality Control: Remove all unpopped kernels before coating to prevent dental hazards and ensure a smooth snacking experience.
- Caramel Whisking Technique: Continuously stir the caramel mixture to prevent burning and achieve a smooth, glossy texture without crystallization.
- Even Coating Strategy: Fold gently and consistently to distribute marshmallow-caramel sauce evenly, preventing clumpy or dry popcorn sections.
- Temperature Monitoring: Watch oven heat closely during baking, rotating pan every 10 minutes to prevent burning and create uniform golden-brown clusters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg