This quick, easy and colorful marshmallow popcorn is sweet, salty, and crunchy perfect for any springtime celebrations!
Are you looking for a new springtime snack? I know exactly what you need- my delicious marshmallow popcorn. It is as good as classic popcorn but taken to a whole new level. You are going to go crazy for this snack after just one bite! Just a warning, you will probably end up eating it almost every day for the rest of the spring…
My family absolutely loves popcorn! It's a fave snack in our house and something I love to make since it's quick and easy. Toss some popcorn in the microwave and you have a fresh, salty snack in just seconds. Although every now and then, we like them flavored like my S'mores Caramel Popcorn.
Today, I'm sharing with you an exciting popcorn recipe that's perfect for springtime. I wanted a snack that was both salty, sweet and crunchy. This springtime marshmallow popcorn has it all! But let me stop teasing you and get into the details about how to make this delicious treat so you and your family can enjoy it ASAP!
Ingredients and Tools to Make Springtime Marshmallow Popcorn
Making regular popcorn is pretty simple so I wanted to keep my "fancy popcorn" simple too. You only need 5 ingredients to make this treat- easy enough!
Here is what you will need:
Any kind of popped popcorn is perfect. Grab that kettle corn or movie style butter popcorn- they will both be great! One regular sized microwave bag of popcorn will make enough for this recipe.
- butter- I use salted butter to give the popcorn some extra flavor.
- mini marshmallows- Mini marshmallows melt faster than large marshmallows and they are also much better as a garnish. If you only have large marshmallows, use just 8 whole marshmallows in place of two cups of minis.
- spring colored sprinkles- Find the prettiest sprinkles possible! Any craft store or grocery store should have spring colored sprinkles at this time of year.
- M&M candy eggs- You should be able to find M&M candy eggs around Easter time. I like to stock up on them then! If you can't find the candy eggs, look for spring colored M&M's instead.
Once you have gathered all your ingredients together, it's time to grab all the kitchen tools you will need. A large microwave safe bowl, a big spoon or spatula and a flat baking sheet lined with parchment are all the tools you will need. This popcorn recipe is so easy!
How to Make Marshmallow Popcorn
Simple snacks are best in my opinion. When you want a snack, you usually want it right away! You can make this springtime popcorn in less than ten minutes which means you will be enjoying a festive, salty-sweet snack so soon!
Here's how to make my tasty springtime popcorn recipe:
- Add the mini marshmallows and butter to a large microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 15 seconds then stir. Repeat this step until the marshmallows and butter are completely melted. You really want to melt slowly so the marshmallows don't burn- 15 seconds at a time is the perfect amount!
- Add the popped popcorn to the bowl with the marshmallow butter and immediately toss it in the mix. Stir quickly to really coat the popcorn well before the butter cools.
- Pour the marshmallow popcorn onto a parchment lined sheet tray and spread it flat across the tray.
- Toss the sprinkles and candy eggs across the popcorn evenly. Try to get sprinkles on every kernel! You do want to move quickly, adding the garnishes while the popcorn is hot and sticky.
- Let the popcorn cool and then enjoy!
This marshmallow popcorn will stay fresh for several days if stored in an airtight container at room temperature. It is the perfect make ahead snack for bridal showers, birthday parties and Easter. Grab some of the cute popcorn containers I used to make the popcorn look even better for your event. This snack is seriously the perfect party centerpiece but also so easy that you can make it any random day. If you prefer, you can also make popcorn balls marshmallow out of this recipe.
So what do you think? Are you craving marshmallow popcorn now? Do you think you'll make this recipe for your next springtime get together? I definitely think you should give it a try! My family loves this marshmallow popcorn and I have used it for several brunch get-togethers already. I guess I should say that I'm a little bit of a marshmallow popcorn addict. I think you will be too. Enjoy!
MORE YUMMY EASTER/SPRINGTIME DESSERTS TO TRY!
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Springtime Marshmallow Popcorn
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Ingredients
8 cups popcorn, popped and cooled
2 tbsp. butter, melted
2 cups mini marshmallows + additional for garnish
spring/pastel colored sprinkles
M & M candy eggs
Instructions
- Place the mini marshmallows into a bowl with the butter. Microwave for 15 second intervals until softened and melted completely.
- Add the popcorn to a bowl, and drizzle with the marshmallow mixture.
- Stir the popcorn as best you can, and then spread flat onto a parchment lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle the popcorn with the sprinkles, candy eggs and additional mini marshmallows while still sticky.
- Let sit to harden before serving, or store in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
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What a fabulous springtime and Eatser recipe! I pinned this one as I am going to make this for my God daughter when she comes to visit!
Oh my.. these look so very adorable and totally yum for sure given the ingredients..:)
What a great idea for an easy snack! We eat popcorn, but we have never tried mixing it with marshmallows or sweets. I`m sure my kids will love it! I`ll make it during spring break.
So my kids and I made your recipe this evening and it was a hit! So easy to make and so yummy! This will be perfect for our parties this spring. Can't wait to make this again!
This kind of treat is always fun. The colors are a good not to Spring and to Easter too.
This is adorable! What a fun and colorful springtime or Easter treat. I think even my teens would have fun doing this together.
I just made your marshmallow popcorn recipe for a family movie night, and it was a total hit! The sweet and salty combo is absolutely addictive, and the splash of color makes it so festive for spring.
OMGoodness this is such a great snack to create and share with the kids. I would make these around Easter because of the color combination...great idea!
I love how colorful this springtime popcorn treat looks! I'll have to shoot the recipe over to my DIL, I know she and my grandson like to have popcorn on their movie nights and he'd just love something like this!
Your springtime marshmallow popcorn recipe is a delightful treat that's perfect for the season! I love how you've combined the crunch of popcorn with the sweetness of marshmallows and the vibrant colors of sprinkles. It's such a fun and festive snack to enjoy with family and friends. Thanks for sharing this creative and delicious recipe – I can't wait to try it out!
This is such a fun recipe! I love popcorn mixes like this, so I can't think of a better way to celebrate spring.
Springtime Marshmallow Popcorn looks too good not to make. We are going to gobble this up!
This is the perfect treat for Easter (and springtime, in general)! What a fun spin on popcorn to make it fun and tastier for everyone.
I would have loved these when I was younger. Now I avoid sweets, but it looks so tasty! And colorful to boot.
This looks like such a great snack for Easter. The colors are very good for Easter as well. Love it!
Can you make popcorn balls with this recipe? I would love to make this fun Easter marshmallow popcorn recipe for my nephew!
Waaah, that looks like the comfort food I need today! I will definitely try this and munch on it today -- because today I'm already stressed -- and it's only 9AM in the morning!!!
Me making marshmallows is a nightmare but your recipe looks great.. tomorrow is Sunday so I'll give it a try.
My daughter's birthday is coming up next month. I will need to try this for her day.
This is such a colorful and yummy marshmallow popcorn dessert – the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy in a single bite.I loved it.
this is soo cute! i am loving the colors and the vibes of this popcorn, festive indeed!
This looks absolutely delicious! I just LOVE popcorn treats! Almost as much as I do rice crispy treats! Thank you so much for sharing this!
This springtime popcorn is both adorable and delicious-looking! It has tons of my favorites! Can’t wait to try it!
Not only does this look fun and pretty, my nephews will die for this yummy marshmallow popcorn!!!
I love how colorful those are! I'm sure my kiddo would be in love.
I made this for my kiddos and they are obsessed (ok me too!)!!
I've never tried these but I'll make them tomorrow for sure as my Niece's exam is going to end.
I love the colors! I guess I will not eat it first hahaha! Not sure if I can try this out so my cousins will enjoy eating as much as I do.
What a fun snack idea! My son would LOVE this!
This springtime popcorn looks delicious and easy to make! Just pinned to make with my kids. Thank you!
Oh my this is such a really cute idea! This is absolutely perfect for movie night!
wow! Such a colorful and delicious treat! My kids will go crazy over them!
This is actually a good idea and never thought of it. I will give it a try and see if I can do it haha. Thank you for sharing!
Nnniiiiicccceeeee....this is a new variation of popcorn that I would love to try out! I am not sure that I will do that in the spring time. It has to be, like now (hihi)!
I super love love this Marshmallow Popcorn. It's colorful and delicious and the kids loved it. Thank you so much!
This is such a great idea. I'm sure my kids would have fun helping me make this as well. They love to help out in the kitchen and make fun snacks like this.
What a great idea, mixing marshmallows with popcorn, it looks so colorful as well!
I love this spring popcorn idea. I’d take it a bit further and melt some white chocolate to pour over it. Yum!
Looks like a nice, fun snack! I don't think any of those M&M Candy Eggs are available in my area, but there is no shortage of regular M&Ms which I bet are just as good.
What a great recipe for seasonal candy. My kids will love this popcorn.
This is such a fun and cute idea! I bet kids love it!
This will be perfect for our next movie night. I will have to make this popcorn for sure then!
Such a fabulous post on marshmallows, My mouth is watering already.
Aww this looks as cute as it sounds delicious! I can't wait to make it with the kids.