Description
Looking for a no-bake treat that wows with both flavor and festivity? This Christmas Popcorn Cake is a crunchy, gooey, candy-studded masterpiece that brings all the holiday cheer in one sweet slice. Made with popcorn, marshmallows, and colorful chocolate candies, it’s a fun and easy dessert you can whip up in under 30 minutes—perfect for last-minute parties or edible gifting. Ideal for those searching for easy dessert ideas, holiday snacks, or kid-friendly food projects, this is one of those quick and easy recipes that truly delivers joy.
Ingredients
10 cups popcorn
1/2 cup butter
1 package (10 oz) mini marshmallows
1 cup mini M&Ms
nonstick spray or butter (for greasing)
Instructions
1. Generously grease a bundt pan with nonstick spray or butter.
2. Pop the popcorn and let it cool completely. Remove all unpopped kernels.
3. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add marshmallows and stir until smooth.
4. Remove from heat and gently stir in the popcorn until fully coated.
5. Add mini M&Ms, reserving a handful for topping. Stir just until combined.
6. Press the mixture into the prepared bundt pan with buttered hands or spatula.
7. Let the cake cool at room temperature for 1 hour to set.
8. Invert onto a serving plate, decorate with reserved candies, and serve.
Notes
Use plain, unsalted popcorn for best flavor balance.
To prevent sticking, lightly grease your hands or spatula before pressing into the pan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg