Description
This Loaded Leprechaun Popcorn is a festive, crunchy, and gooey delight that’s perfect for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. A mix of buttery popcorn, gooey marshmallow, Lucky Charms, and festive candies makes this snack irresistible! Quick to prepare and highly customizable, it’s the ideal treat for parties, family movie nights, or gifting. 🍀✨
Ingredients
For the Popcorn Mix:
- 4 cups plain popcorn (air-popped, microwave, or pre-bagged)
- 2 cups Lucky Charms cereal
- ¼ cup mint M&Ms (or green candy-coated chocolates)
- St. Patrick’s Day-themed sprinkles (green, white, yellow)
For the Marshmallow Coating:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1½ cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Popcorn Base
- Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the popcorn and Lucky Charms cereal.
Step 2: Make the Marshmallow Coating
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
- Stir in the mini marshmallows until fully melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
Step 3: Coat the Popcorn
- Drizzle the melted marshmallow mixture over the popcorn and cereal.
- Gently fold everything together, ensuring even coating without crushing the mix-ins.
Step 4: Add Festive Toppings
- Spread the coated popcorn mixture onto the lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle mint M&Ms and festive sprinkles over the top while still sticky.
Step 5: Set and Serve
- Let the popcorn set for 10–15 minutes, then break into clusters.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for later.
Notes
- Make It Extra Special: Drizzle with melted white or green chocolate for added sweetness.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
- Customizable: Swap out candies, cereal, or sprinkles to match any holiday theme.
- Allergy-Friendly Options: Use dairy-free butter and marshmallows for a vegan version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American