Description
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this festive and fun St. Patrick’s Day Popcorn! Coated in a sweet marshmallow mixture and topped with green M&M’s, shamrock marshmallows, and green sprinkles, this easy-to-make snack is perfect for both kids and adults. The combination of sweet and salty flavors makes this treat a holiday favorite!
Ingredients
- 10 cups popped popcorn
- Salt, to taste
- 3 tablespoons butter (sweet cream, salted)
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- Green M&M’s (regular, pretzel, and mini)
- Shamrock marshmallows from Lucky Charms cereal
- Green sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the Popcorn: Pop 10 cups of popcorn using your preferred method (stovetop, air-popped, or microwave). Ensure all un-popped kernels are removed. Salt the popcorn liberally and set aside in a large bowl.
- Make the Marshmallow Mixture: In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 3 cups of mini marshmallows and stir until fully melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
- Combine Popcorn and Marshmallow Mixture: Gradually pour one-third of the marshmallow mixture over the popcorn. Stir gently to coat the popcorn with the marshmallow mixture, adding more until all popcorn is coated.
- Transfer and Add Mix-Ins: Spread the coated popcorn onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle green M&M’s, Shamrock marshmallows, and green sprinkles over the warm popcorn.
- Cool and Serve: Let the popcorn cool completely before breaking it into pieces and serving.
Notes
- For a fun twist, you can use marshmallow fluff instead of mini marshmallows for a different texture.
- Add chopped nuts like pistachios or almonds to enhance the crunch and flavor.
- Store in an airtight container to keep fresh for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Stovetop, Oven (for cooling)
- Cuisine: American
