Okay, popcorn and cake probably shouldn't be in the same compound word, let alone dessert, yet somehow it works. It's kind of like a large Rice Krispie treat, but with popcorn instead of Krispies. I choose this cake every year for my birthday. There are usually weird looks shot around the table as people see it for the first time, but then they take a bite and breathe a sigh of relief. It's very good (and yes, edible). I also like it because it's very versatile. You make it how you want it.

Popcorn Cake

Ingredients:
Enough popcorn to fill an angel food cake pan
1/2 cup margarine
1/4 cup oil
1 pound marshmallow
Desired mix-ins (1 cup salted cashews or peanuts, 3 cups gumdrops, 1 bag Swedish Fish candy)


Directions:

Very lightly salt the popcorn (if needed). Melt oil, butter, and marshmallows together on medium heat in a large pot. Pour over popcorn in a large greased bowl. Add desired mix-ins. Mix well. Press into a well-greased angel food cake pan. Allow to cool. Turn it out of the pan, slice, and serve.
You can try forming this recipe into balls, as well.

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