This cake comes together in one bowl, no oven needed. Perfect for birthdays, movie nights, or anytime you want a playful treat that doubles as a centerpiece.
🛒 What You’ll Need
- 8 cups popped popcorn (about ½ cup kernels)
- 1 bag (10 oz) mini marshmallows
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 cup plain or peanut M&M’s
- ½ cup pretzel pieces (optional)
- ½ cup peanuts or other nuts (optional)
- Sprinkles (optional for decoration)
👩🍳 Pro Tips
🧰 Tools You’ll Need
- Large mixing bowl
- Microwave-safe bowl or saucepan
- Bundt pan (or 9×13 dish)
- Rubber spatula
🔄 Substitutions & Variations
- Swap marshmallows for melted white chocolate or candy melts.
- Use kettle corn for a sweet-salty twist.
- Make it holiday-themed: red & green candies for Christmas, pastel for Easter, etc.
- Drizzle with melted chocolate for extra indulgence.
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1. Prep Popcorn
Pop popcorn and place 8 cups into a large mixing bowl. Remove any unpopped kernels.
Step 2. Melt Marshmallow Mix
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and marshmallows together (about 1–2 minutes, stirring until smooth).
Step 3. Combine Mix
Pour marshmallow mixture over popcorn. Add M&M’s, pretzels, and nuts. Stir until coated.
Step 4. Shape Cake
Press mixture lightly into a greased bundt pan. Let set at room temp 1 hour.
Step 5. Remove & Decorate
Invert onto a plate. Slice into wedges. Decorate with sprinkles or melted chocolate drizzle if desired.
🧊 Leftovers & Storage
- Store at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days.
- Do not refrigerate (it makes popcorn soggy).
💬 Final Thoughts
This Popcorn Cake is the ultimate fun dessert — chewy, crunchy, sweet, and salty all at once. It’s a showstopper at parties, super kid-friendly, and endlessly customizable for any holiday or theme.
👉 Do you want me to also create a mini popcorn cupcake version (individual servings) for easier party sharing?
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