Description
Celebrate the holidays with this whimsical, no-bake Christmas Popcorn Cake — a dessert that combines all the fun, color, and sweetness of the season into one glorious bite. Think buttery popcorn clusters, candy-studded crunch, rich chocolate bits, and marshmallow gooeyness, all molded into a festive bundt shape. It’s the ultimate easy recipe to add to your dessert ideas list and perfect for holiday food gifts or snack tables.
Ingredients
12 cups popcorn
10 oz mini marshmallows
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup M&M’s (or festive candy-coated chocolates)
3/4 cup mini peanut butter cups (halved if large)
1/4 cup holiday sprinkles
1/3 cup melted white chocolate (for drizzle)
Instructions
1. Grease a bundt pan with butter or nonstick spray. Line with plastic wrap if desired for easier removal.
2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add mini marshmallows and stir until smooth.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract once the marshmallows are fully melted.
4. Place the popcorn in a large bowl. Pour the melted mixture over the popcorn and toss gently until coated.
5. Quickly mix in M&M’s, peanut butter cups, and sprinkles. Stir carefully to avoid melting the candies.
6. Press the mixture into the prepared bundt pan using buttered hands or a spoon.
7. Let set for 1 hour at room temp or 30 minutes chilled. Invert onto a plate to release.
8. Drizzle melted white chocolate over the top and decorate with more candies or sprinkles.
Notes
Use plain popcorn to avoid overpowering flavors.
To press the cake evenly, use greased wax paper or a spatula.
Decorate just before serving to keep toppings fresh and vibrant.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: popcorn cake, Christmas dessert, holiday no bake recipe