Best 2 Candy Popcorn Cake Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with a delightful Candy Popcorn Cake, a confection that combines the irresistible crunch of popcorn with a symphony of candy flavors. This unique dessert features layers of fluffy cake, gooey caramel sauce, and a generous topping of popcorn coated in a sweet and colorful candy coating. The result is a textural masterpiece that offers a burst of flavors with every bite. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for baking the cake, preparing the caramel sauce, and creating the candy popcorn topping. Let your creativity soar as you explore variations of this recipe, such as using different popcorn flavors, candy coatings, and even incorporating nuts or dried fruits for an extra layer of texture and taste. This Candy Popcorn Cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

POPCORN CANDY CAKE



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This fun cake's made of popcorn. It's sweetened with gumdrops and miniature marshmallows, so kids loves it!-Roberta Uhl, Summerville, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 16-18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (16 ounces) miniature marshmallows
3/4 cup canola oil
1/2 cup butter, cubed
5 quarts popped popcorn
1 package (24 ounces) spiced gumdrops
1 cup salted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt the marshmallows, oil and butter; stir until smooth. In a large bowl, combine the popcorn, gumdrops and peanuts. Stir in marshmallow mixture; toss to coat. Press into a greased 10-in. tube pan. Cover and refrigerate for 5 hours or overnight. , Dip pan in hot water for 5-10 seconds to unmold. Slice cake with an electric or serrated knife.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (48g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CANDY POPCORN CAKE



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Delicious-- kids of all age love this cake. Best eaten the day it is made.

Provided by Nancy Stitham

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup butter
32 large marshmallows
16 cups popped popcorn
1 cup gumdrops, no black ones
1 cup chocolate covered peanuts
1 cup candy-coated milk chocolate pieces

Steps:

  • Melt the butter and marshmallows in heavy pan over low heat. Stir often.
  • Put popcorn in a large bowl and pour marshmallow mix over top. Stir well to mix. Add the candy and nuts, and mix together. Pack into a greased 12-cup bundt pan. Let set till cooled. Turn out onto a plate to serve. Cut in wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.7 calories, Carbohydrate 43.1 g, Cholesterol 33.2 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 207.2 mg, Sugar 30.1 g

Tips:

  • For perfectly popped popcorn, use a large pot with a tight-fitting lid. This will help the popcorn kernels pop evenly and prevent them from burning.
  • To make sure your candy coating is smooth and shiny, use a high-quality white chocolate or candy melts. You can also add a little bit of light corn syrup or vegetable oil to help the coating thin out.
  • If you want your cake to be extra festive, you can add some sprinkles, chopped nuts, or other decorations to the top before the candy coating hardens.
  • Candy popcorn cake is best served fresh, but it can also be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Candy popcorn cake is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and salty flavor, it is sure to be a hit with people of all ages. So next time you are looking for a fun and festive dessert, give this recipe a try!

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