Popcorn Drops
Indulge in the ultimate sweet-and-salty snack with these delightful Popcorn Drops! Perfect for parties, movie nights, or a quick treat, this no-bake recipe combines fluffy popped popcorn with a luscious blend of melted butter, gooey marshmallows, and a touch of vanilla for a rich, caramel-like coating. Each bite-sized mound is easy to shape and can be customized with fun toppings like sprinkles or chocolate chips for an extra pop of flavor and texture. Ready in just 20 minutes, these Popcorn Drops are a crowd-pleasing dessert that’s easy to make and impossible to resist. Perfect for kids and adults alike, they’re an ideal snack for satisfying those sweet cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Popped popcorn
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cups Light corn syrup
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Mini marshmallows
- 0.25 cups Optional: Sprinkles or chocolate chips (for topping)
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and set aside.
Place the popped popcorn in a large mixing bowl, ensuring you remove any unpopped kernels.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
Stir in the light corn syrup and granulated sugar, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Lower the heat to medium-low and allow the mixture to simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract.
Add the mini marshmallows to the hot mixture, stirring until they melt completely and form a smooth, gooey syrup.
Pour the hot marshmallow mixture evenly over the popcorn, using a spatula to gently toss and coat the popcorn thoroughly.
Using a lightly greased spoon or your hands (be careful, as the mixture will be hot!), form the coated popcorn into small, bite-sized mounds or drops and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
If desired, sprinkle with sprinkles or chocolate chips while the popcorn drops are still warm, pressing lightly to adhere.
Allow the popcorn drops to cool and set for about 20 minutes before serving.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1813 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.2 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.1 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 101 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 339.9 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 256.5 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 190 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
