S'mores Popcorn Recipe

Smores popcorn takes everything people love about a classic campfire treat and turns it into a crunchy snack that's easy to make at home. Warm marshmallows soften around the popcorn, melted chocolate drizzles over the top, and graham cracker crumbs settle into every bite.

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The popcorn keeps its crunch while the marshmallows create little clusters throughout the pan. Once the chocolate cools, it holds everything together without covering every piece, so each handful has a slightly different mix of chocolate, marshmallow, and graham cracker.

With only four ingredients, each layer has room to stand out. Some bites have a little extra chocolate, others pick up more graham cracker crumbs, and the marshmallow clusters become little surprises throughout the bowl.

Ingredients You'll Need

Popped Popcorn - The base of the recipe. Freshly popped popcorn stays crisp and gives the toppings plenty of room to settle between the kernels.

Mini Marshmallows - They soften in the oven and create small clusters that help hold the chocolate and graham cracker crumbs in place.

Chocolate Chips - Melt into a smooth drizzle that firms into thin ribbons as the popcorn cools.

Graham Cracker Crumbs - Add the familiar flavor of a s'more and stick best while the chocolate is still warm.

A Few Helpful Notes

• Spread the popcorn into an even layer before adding the marshmallows. Crowded spots don't soften as evenly.
• The marshmallows are ready when they look soft and slightly puffed. They don't need to brown.
• Melt the chocolate while the popcorn is in the oven so it's ready as soon as you start stirring.
• Add the graham cracker crumbs immediately after the chocolate. Waiting even a minute makes it harder for them to stick.
• Give the Smores popcorn time to cool before serving. The chocolate finishes setting while the marshmallow clusters stay soft.

How to Make S'mores Popcorn

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spread the popcorn across a large baking sheet in an even layer.

Step 2: Scatter the mini marshmallows over the popcorn, spreading them out so they soften evenly.

Step 3: Bake for about 5 minutes. The marshmallows will puff slightly and become soft without taking on much color.

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Step 4: Stir the popcorn while the marshmallows are warm. They'll stretch between a few kernels before settling into small clusters.

Step 5: Transfer the melted chocolate to a piping bag and drizzle it over the popcorn. A little goes farther than it first appears, so there's no need to coat every piece.

Step 6: Sprinkle the graham cracker crumbs over the warm chocolate while it is still soft enough for them to stick.

Step 7: Leave the popcorn to cool before serving. As the chocolate sets, it creates light ribbons throughout the popcorn instead of one solid coating.

Storage

Store leftover popcorn in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

If your kitchen is warm, you can refrigerate it to help the chocolate stay firm, but it's best enjoyed at room temperature when the popcorn is at its crispiest. Freezing isn't recommended since the popcorn can lose its crunch after thawing.

Substitutions

• Use milk, dark, or white chocolate chips for your smores popcorn.
• Stir in small pretzel pieces after the popcorn has cooled for extra crunch.
• Add mini chocolate candies for more chocolate in every handful.
• Sprinkle with a pinch of flaky sea salt before the chocolate sets.

Variations

• Use dark, milk, or white chocolate chips.
• Add crushed pretzels after the popcorn cools for another layer of crunch.
• Stir in mini chocolate candies once the chocolate has set.
• Finish with a light sprinkle of flaky sea salt before the chocolate cools.

FAQs

Can I make smores popcorn ahead of time?

Yes. Smores popcorn can be made a day or two ahead and stored in an airtight container. The popcorn stays crispest when kept at room temperature.

Can I use microwave popcorn?

Yes. Plain or lightly salted microwave popcorn works well. If it's heavily buttered, the toppings may not cling quite as evenly.

Why didn't my marshmallows melt?

The marshmallows are only meant to soften. After about 5 minutes in the oven, they'll puff slightly and become sticky enough to pull the popcorn together without turning into a melted coating.

How do I keep the graham cracker crumbs from falling off?

Sprinkle them over the popcorn as soon as the chocolate is drizzled on. Once the chocolate begins to set, fewer crumbs will stick.

Can I package popcorn smores flavored popcorn as gifts?

Yes. Popcorn smores flavored treats hold up well in treat bags or jars after the chocolate has completely set.

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