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Patriotic Popcorn

Patriotic Popcorn

Indulge in our delightful Patriotic Popcorn, perfect for your summer celebrations like the 4th of July and Memorial Day. This vibrant snack combines fluffy popcorn coated in a sweet marshmallow mixture, adorned with colorful red, white, and blue candies. Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, it’s a fantastic centerpiece that will wow your guests at barbecues, parties, or cozy movie nights. Customize it with your favorite toppings and enjoy this sweet treat that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 10 cups popped popcorn
  • 3 tablespoons salted butter
  • 3 cups mini marshmallows
  • Red and blue M&M’s
  • Red, white, and blue sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Pop the popcorn using your preferred method and place it in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add mini marshmallows and stir until fully melted.
  3. Pour three-quarters of the melted mixture over the popcorn and gently fold to coat.
  4. Spread the coated popcorn onto a cookie sheet for cooling.
  5. Drizzle remaining marshmallow mixture over the top.
  6. While warm, sprinkle on M&M’s and sprinkles evenly.
  7. Allow to cool completely before breaking into pieces for serving.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (30g)
  • Calories: 130
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: Use fresh popcorn for best texture. Melt marshmallows slowly to prevent burning. Customize by adding other candies or nuts as desired.