County Fair Kettle Korn
Bring the nostalgic magic of a county fair straight to your kitchen with this irresistible County Fair Kettle Korn recipe! Perfectly balancing sweet and salty flavors, this homemade treat uses just four simple ingredients — popcorn kernels, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and a touch of salt — to create crunchy, caramelized perfection in under 10 minutes. The secret lies in shaking the pot as the kernels pop, ensuring an even coating of sweetness without burning. Ideal for movie nights, snack cravings, or festive gatherings, this quick and easy kettle corn will have everyone reaching for more. Whip up this crowd-pleaser and transform ordinary popcorn into a fairground favorite!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup popcorn kernels
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot with a tight-fitting lid over medium heat. Add vegetable oil and let it warm up for 1–2 minutes.
Step 2
To test if the oil is ready, drop one or two popcorn kernels into the pot. Once they pop, the oil is hot enough.
Step 3
Carefully add the rest of the popcorn kernels to the pot. Sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the kernels, and immediately stir to combine.
Step 4
Cover the pot with the lid, leaving a small gap for steam to escape. Shake the pot gently every few seconds to ensure even heating and prevent the sugar from burning.
Step 5
As the kernels start popping, continue shaking the pot gently but consistently. Once the popping slows to about 2–3 seconds between pops, remove the pot from the heat.
Step 6
Immediately transfer the popcorn to a large mixing bowl to prevent overcooking. Sprinkle salt evenly over the popcorn and toss gently to distribute.
Step 7
Let the popcorn cool for 2–3 minutes. Serve fresh, and enjoy your County Fair Kettle Korn!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (131g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 602.0 |
| Total Fat 28.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1183.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 87g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 50.5g | |
| Protein 6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 5.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 164.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories