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Easter Candy Popcorn

Easter Candy Popcorn: A Colorful Treat for Sweet Celebrations

Easter Candy Popcorn is a delightful mix of sweet and salty flavors that adds joyful color to your celebrations.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 10 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Popcorn Base
  • 10 cups popped popcorn freshly popped is best
  • 3 tablespoons butter sweet cream, salted butter
For the Marshmallow Mixture
  • 3 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 handful of mini marshmallows for topping
For the Festive Decorations
  • 1 cup Easter Mix M&Ms
  • 1 cup Hershey's Milk Chocolate Candy Coated Eggs

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • spatula
  • cookie sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pop the popcorn and season with salt while warm.
  2. Melt butter in a medium saucepan and add mini marshmallows, stirring until smooth.
  3. Pour a third of the marshmallow mixture over the popcorn, folding gently to coat.
  4. Transfer popcorn to a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper and spread evenly.
  5. Sprinkle warm popcorn with M&Ms and additional mini marshmallows.
  6. Allow to cool completely before breaking into pieces and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Enjoy fresh for the best texture. Can freeze for up to 3 months.

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