Kettle Popcorn

Kettle corn is a popular treat at farmers’ markets and fairs across the country. If you’ve never tried some, you’re in for a treat today!

Kernels of corn are cooked with oil, sugar, and salt at a high temperature. The result is sweet and salty popcorn, thanks to a barely visible sugar crust on each popped kernel.

Kettle corn is an irresistible snack that’s delicious served warm or at room temperature. It is best served the day it’s popped.

Enjoy!

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5 from 10 votes

Kettle Popcorn

Prep Time30 minutes mins

Cook Time3 minutes mins

Total Time33 minutes mins

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: fair foods, farm to table desserts, how to make kettle corn, kettle corn recipe

Servings: 2

Calories: 362kcal

Ingredients

• ½ cup corn kernels
• ¼ cup peanut oil or vegetable oil
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup sugar

Directions

• Combine the kernels, oil and salt in a medium pot over high heat. When the oil begins to sizzle, sprinkle the sugar over the kernels and cover with the lid. Shake the pot frequently until all the kernels have popped, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 362kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 666mg | Potassium: 55mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.1mg