2.5tbspneutral cooking oilsuch as canola or vegetable oil
0.5cuppopcorn kernels
5tbspgranulated sugar
0.75tspfine sea saltadjust to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Warm a large heavy pot over medium heat and add the oil.
Drop in 2–3 kernels, cover, and wait until they pop.
Add the remaining kernels and sprinkle in the sugar; stir quickly to coat.
Cover, reduce heat slightly, and shake the pot often, venting the lid a crack to release steam.
Keep cooking and shaking until popping slows to 2–3 seconds between pops, then remove from heat.
Immediately spread popcorn on a large sheet pan, sprinkle with salt, and toss. Cool briefly, then break up any clumps.
Notes
Try cinnamon-sugar: dust warm kettle corn with 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon. For a little heat, add a pinch of cayenne. Store fully cooled kettle corn in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For extra richness, drizzle with 1–2 tbsp melted butter right before serving.This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Kettle Corn Recipes flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.