Ooey and gooey, this Marshmallow Caramel Popcorn is coated with a marshmallow and caramel mixture, making it addictive and delicious.
If you love popcorn as much as we do, you also need to try this Muddy Buddy Popcorn or Peanut Butter Popcorn.
So, have you ever had a recipe that was your go-to recipe? The one that you’ve made a million times. You don’t even need the recipe card for it anymore. It’s the recipe that people call “your recipe” and you don’t think there will be another recipe that will top it?
For me, it’s my caramel corn recipe. Which, ironically, I’ve never shared here before. Years ago, back in college, I had a wonderful friend named Dawn. And she made the best caramel corn. I know I ate quite a bit if it back then. When she moved, or I moved, I can’t remember which, she gave me the recipe. Written on a 3×5 card, since the only thing any of us used the internet for back then was to chat on AOL. I still have that card, although I’ve made that recipe probably hundreds of times since then. So much, in fact, that to the people I’ve made it for, they call it my recipe.
“Hey, Deborah – you should bring your caramel corn.”
“Can I get your recipe for caramel corn again?”
But you guys, I’ve cheated. I was in love with that recipe, but I wasn’t faithful.
This popcorn right here? Even better than that caramel corn I’ve been making for years and years.
There are many versions of this recipe floating around online, but I think I’ve perfected it. It was a hard job, but someone had to do it, right? My mom made marshmallow popcorn all of the time growing up, and this takes that marshmallow popcorn and incorporates it with my caramel corn for the perfect marriage. Perfect, I tell ya.
So popcorn lovers unite. And don’t blame me if you eat the whole bowl of it. Because you probably will.
And if you are looking for another version of these flavors, try these Caramel Rice Krispie Treats.
Even More Popcorn Recipes
Baked Caramel Popcorn
Red Hot Popcorn
Chocolate Chip Cookie Popcorn
Peppermint Popcorn
Peanut Butter, Chocolate, and Cashew Popcorn
Marshmallow Caramel Popcorn
Ingredients
- 8 cups popped popcorn about 1/2 cup of popcorn kernels if using an air popper
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/8 cup light corn syrup
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Place the popcorn in a large bowl.
- In a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and corn syrup. Cook until the butter is melted. Add in the marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat and add in the vanilla.
- Pour the marshmallow caramel mixture over the popcorn and stir until completely coated.
Karyn - Pint Sized Baker says
Pinned! I’ve got to make this! Thanks so much for linking up to Two Cup Tuesday at Pint Sized Baker. I look forward to coming back on Monday Night!
Ruthie says
I’d like some of each… really. They all look amazing! Thanks so much for coming to (link) party with me… I hope you’ll come again next week to Super Saturday Show & Tell! http://www.whatscookingwithruthie.com xoxo~ Ruthie
Jamie H. says
Oh My! I jus made this and have to make myself walk away so that there’s some left for our party! I altered it slightly to make it dairy free. Instead of butter I did half Earth Balance and 1/2 coconut oil. So delicious! My waistline needs me to lose this recipe, but you can bet I’ll be keeping it in a very safe place to enjoy for years to come!
Alicia says
I just made this popcorn this afternoon because my husband wanted “something with marshmallows”. Perfect reason to try a new recipe! I have a feeling it will not last much beyond tomorrow… Next time I’ll use a little less sugar so that it’s not quite so sweet, but it is still very yummy! 🙂
Wendy says
I have yet to find a go-to caramel popcorn so I am excited to try this marshamallow caramel recipe! It looks addictive. You mention that The topping stays soft. Would that make left over popcorn mushy? Can you store this popcorn for 2 or 3 days? Not that it would last that long in my house but I am thinking of mailing it.
Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. says
I love making my own popcorn. This recipe sounds fabulous! I so love the idea of adding marshmallows!
Deborah says
@Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love., the marshmallows really made it different. I loved it!
Melanie says
I heart popcorn so much! Last time I ate it, I chipped a tooth. Boo. As soon as I have it fixed, I am trying out this recipe! Thanks for sharing!
Deborah says
@Melanie, oh no!! Gotta be careful of those popcorn seeds!!
Jessica@AKitchenAddiction says
Oh, this sounds like a perfect combination for popcorn! Definitely will be making this soon!
Deborah says
@Jessica@AKitchenAddiction, It really is a perfect combination – I wish I would have discovered it long ago!
teresa says
i have to show my hubby this, he LOVE caramel corn, it looks awesome!
Deborah says
@teresa, if he loves caramel corn, he will for sure love this!
Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious says
This recipe is definitely a keeper! I must try it soon…. maybe tonight? 🙂
Deborah says
@Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious, I hope you do try it – I loved it!!
Donna says
Must. Try. Asap.
Deborah says
@Donna, it’s so good – I wish I would have discovered it sooner!
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
Add caramel to popcorn and I’m in!
Deborah says
@Laura (Tutti Dolci), add caramel to anything, and I’m probably in! 🙂
Heather of Kitchen Concoctions says
This popcorn looks seriously addicting!
Deborah says
@Heather of Kitchen Concoctions, it is addicting – you have to be careful!!