Indulge in the irresistible taste of a Candy Popcorn Cake with this easy-to-follow recipe. Filled with a medley of candy-coated popcorn, chocolate, and marshmallows, this cake is a fun and colorful treat that will delight both kids and adults. With a crunchy texture and a sweet, buttery flavor, it's perfect for birthday parties, special occasions, or just as a sweet indulgence. Get ready to wow your friends and family with this unique and creative dessert!
Ingredients
- 10 cups of plain popped popcorn
- 1 cup of candy-coated chocolate candies
- 1 cup of miniature marshmallows
- 1 cup of butter
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 cup of light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Directions
- Line a 10-inch tube pan with aluminum foil and coat with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the popcorn, candy-coated chocolate candies, and miniature marshmallows. Set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the sugar and corn syrup until well combined. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the hot syrup mixture over the popcorn mixture. Stir quickly to evenly coat the popcorn, making sure all the popcorn is well coated.
- Transfer the popcorn mixture into the prepared tube pan. Press down firmly to create an even layer.
- Allow the cake to cool and set for at least 30 minutes.
- Once the cake is completely cooled and set, carefully remove it from the pan by lifting the foil.
- Peel away the foil and transfer the cake to a serving plate.
- Slice and serve the Candy Popcorn Cake. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Candy Popcorn Cake is a unique twist on traditional popcorn treats.
The mixture of candy-coated chocolate candies and marshmallows adds a delightful burst of flavors and textures.
This cake can be customized by adding different types of candies or sprinkles for a personal touch.