A super easy Halloween treat idea – this Halloween Popcorn Cake is popcorn coated with marshmallows, and mixed in with all kinds of Halloween candy!
Love popcorn? Also try this Baked Caramel Popcorn, Peanut Butter Popcorn, or Red Hot Popcorn.
Yesterday, I talked about food in regards to childhood memories. I’m adding one more thing onto my list of things that make me think of my childhood – this popcorn cake. I remember my mom making these cakes – and although it could be made year round (just change out the mix-ins) I always associate it with Halloween. Because my mom would add candy corn, and this is the time of year that candy is on the shelves!
You really can’t get much easier than this recipe. Kind of like a rice krispie treat, but made with popcorn instead of cereal. And you can add in whatever your heart desires. So this could really be a fun one to make with the kids, especially once Halloween is over and you are wondering what to do with all that leftover Halloween candy. But beware – because this cake is quite addictive. You won’t be able to stop at just one slice!!
Ingredients
Popcorn: I prefer air-popped popcorn for this recipe, but microwave popcorn will work, as well.
Marshmallows: Mini marshmallows will melt the most evenly.
Butter: I like to use unsalted but salted is fine in this recipe.
Mix-ins: You can get creative here! I used holiday m&ms, candy corn, and peanuts.
Tips for Making a Halloween Popcorn Cake
- You want to make sure you butter the bundt pan well so that the cake doesn’t stick. You could also use a tube pan.
- If you are using microwave popcorn, make sure and get one that is not buttered.
- You can also form this into popcorn balls instead of shaping it into the popcorn cake!
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container.
More Halloween Recipes
Pumpkin Cheesecake Spider Cupcakes
Candy Corn Fudge
Halloween Candy Bark
Spiced Ghost Pancakes
Mummy Hot Dogs
Halloween Popcorn Cake
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 quarts of popped popcorn about 1/3 cup of seeds if popping your own
- 1 10.5 oz bag mini marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons butter
- Assorted mix-ins m&ms, peanuts, candy corn, etc
Instructions
- Butter a bundt pan well. Set aside.
- Place the popped popcorn into a large bowl.
- In a saucepan (or you can do this in a microwave safe bowl in the microwave), melt the butter and marshmallows together. Pour the marshmallow mixture over the popcorn and slightly.
- Add the mix-ins and stir until the mix-ins are evenly distributed and the popcorn is coated with the marshmallow mixture.
- Pour the popcorn into the bundt pan and press down slightly. Let it cool for about an hour, then turn the cake out onto a serving dish.
Jessica Hilbish says
This is such a great idea! I love this. It looks delicious and would be so fun to make. Thanks for sharing! Jessica Manlove Hilbish
SweetSugarBelle says
LOVE this idea!!! Cuteness!
Becca @ Crumbs and Chaos says
Love this! I have never seen anything like it, glad you brought it back 🙂
ashley says
It’s meant to be, I bought a bundt cake pan today at lunch! I will definitely make this with my little one this weekend for the kids table at Thanksgiving (Canadian).
Thanks so much! 🙂
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says
oh wow! so fun. I can only imagine how much fun my girls would have both making and eating it 🙂
Ryan says
I feel like I’m always repinning your pins on Pinterest! You find the best recipes. 🙂 This popcorn cake looks so good. I know kids of all ages will love this- great idea!
kellypea says
That does bring back some great memories of mine as well — but in ball form 🙂 They always ended up in the Trick or Treat bag stuck to the candy. Made for an interesting morning after Halloween. Great idea for a party treat!
Kim says
I have the same addiction to pinterest…it’s addictive! Haven’t seen this popcorn cake on there though, so I’m definitely pinning it. LOL! This seems almost too easy to throw together and I know my family would love it. Very cute!
Katie says
OH MY GOSH. I am so making this! Thank you!
kelley says
How much fun is this cake? The variations are endless! I will be pinning this! 🙂
Elle says
Oh my gosh, what a great idea! I don’t know any kid–or adult–that wouldn’t like this!
Ashley says
I’ve never had popcorn cake but I am betting kids go nuts for it!
kristina says
My grandparents used to make popcorn cakes at Christmas time. Funny thing was I was just thinking about looking for a recipe for these this morning. Thanks!
Rachel @ Not Rachael Ray says
I’m a sucker for anything with popcorn. Love it!
Rosa says
Oh, I love this cake! It is so pretty and looks devilishly delicious.
Cheers,
Rosa
Katrina says
How fun is this?! Love it!