Popcorn Gumdrop Cake

Prep: 15 min Cuisine: American

A sweet, crunchy treat combining popcorn, marshmallows, peanuts, and gumdrops for a colorful, chewy cake perfect for parties and family gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 c. butter
  • 1 lb. marshmallows
  • 5 qt. popped popcorn
  • 1/2 lb. roasted peanuts
  • 1 lb. small gumdrops

Instructions

  1. Combine butter and marshmallows in a saucepan and heat until melted.
  2. Add the popped popcorn, roasted peanuts, and small gumdrops to the melted mixture, stirring until well blended.
  3. Press the mixture into a greased pan to form a cake shape.
  4. Chill the cake until set, then remove from the pan and transfer to a plate to serve.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

611 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.3g 17% DV
Total Fat 33.7g 43% DV
Carbs 69.6g 25% DV
Fiber 6.9g 24% DV
Sugar 24.5g 49% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 454.5mg 20% DV
Potassium 158.3mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 126.8mcg 14% DV
Vitamin C 5mg 6% DV
Vitamin D 0.9mcg 5% DV
Calcium 100.5mg 8% DV
Iron 4.7mg 26% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Peanut

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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