Ingredients
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- 8 cups popped popcorn (plain and unsalted)
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or vanilla candy melts
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add marshmallows and stir until fully melted and smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract and white chocolate chips. Mix until silky and combined.
- Place popcorn in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with the marshmallow mixture.
- Gently toss with a spatula to evenly coat the popcorn.
- Sprinkle on rainbow sprinkles while the mixture is still tacky but not hot.
- Spread the coated popcorn onto the baking sheet to cool for 15 minutes.
- Once set, break apart and serve or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use freshly popped popcorn for best texture and flavor.
- Let the marshmallow mixture cool slightly before adding sprinkles to keep colors vibrant.
- Store in layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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