Popcorn Candy Cake

Name: Popcorn Candy Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 16-18 servings.
Ingredients: 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

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Total Time

Prep: 15 min. + chilling

Makes

16-18 servings

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

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Ingredients

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

Directions

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.

Editor's Note: A two-piece tube pan is not recommended for this recipe.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 458 calories, 22g fat (5g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 223mg sodium, 66g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.

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