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Easy Kettle Corn Recipe
Easy Kettle Corn is made by popping popcorn kernels in coconut oil with granulated sugar and salt, creating a sweet and salty snack with a light crunch. The sugar caramelizes onto the popcorn as it pops, giving a glossy finish and balanced flavor perfect for snacking or parties.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings:
12
Calories:
80 kcal
Course:
Snacks
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt sea salt
Instructions
- In a Whirley Pop Popcorn Popper or in a large pot with a lid, heat the coconut oil over medium-high heat. Add the popcorn kernels. When the coconut oil sizzles, sprinkle the sugar over the popcorn kernels. Cover and stir or shake the pan until the popping slows down. The popcorn should be done popping in about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and pour the kettle corn into a large bowl. Sprinkle with salt and toss. Enjoy!
- Note-the kettle corn will keep for 2-3 days. Store in an air-tight container or Ziploc bag.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
80kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Sodium
194mg
(8%)
Potassium
18mg
(0%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Iron
0.2mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 80
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 80kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 194mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 18mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.