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Valentine’s Day Caramel Popcorn Cake

This cake blends the crunchy texture of kettle corn with gooey caramel and marshmallows, creating an inviting dessert that’s perfect for sharing on Valentine’s Day.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 10 cups popped kettle corn (3-ounce bag)
  • 10 ounces miniature marshmallows
  • ¾ cup caramel bits
  • 3 tablespoons butter, cubed
  • 3 tablespoons Valentine’s Day sprinkles
  • ¾ cup red, white, and pink M&M's

Instructions

  • Place popped kettle corn in a large mixing bowl and remove unpopped kernels.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine marshmallows, caramel bits, and butter; microwave on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring each minute until melted.
  • Pour the melted mixture over kettle corn and stir to coat evenly.
  • Spread the popcorn mixture onto a greased cookie sheet and sprinkle with Valentine's Day sprinkles.
  • Press the mixture into a heart-shaped cake pan and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
  • Run a knife around the edges to loosen the cake, then flip onto a plate and slice to serve.

Notes

Ensure the caramel mixture is smooth for even flavor distribution.
Reheat the mixture briefly if it cools before adding M&M’s.
Press the mixture firmly for a well-shaped cake.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg