Heart-Healthy Classic Kettle Corn Popcorn
Experience a guilt-free snack with our Heart-Healthy Classic Kettle Corn Popcorn, a wholesome twist on a timeless favorite! This quick and easy stovetop recipe uses just five simple ingredients—unpopped popcorn kernels, heart-smart olive oil, a touch of honey, a pinch of salt, and an optional sprinkle of cinnamon for a warm, spiced kick. Perfectly balancing sweet and salty flavors, this light and airy popcorn is ready in just 15 minutes, making it a perfect snack for movie nights or midday cravings. By swapping traditional sugar and butter for honey and olive oil, this recipe delivers all the crunch and flavor of classic kettle corn while staying mindful of your health. Enjoy it fresh or store it for later—either way, it’s bound to become a snacking favorite!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unpopped popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Cinnamon (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Prepare a large, heavy-bottomed pot with a tight-fitting lid. Begin by adding the olive oil and three or four popcorn kernels to the pot.
Step 2
Cover the pot and place it on medium heat. Wait for the test kernels to pop. This indicates that the oil is hot enough.
Step 3
Once the test kernels have popped, remove them from the pot with a spoon and add the remaining popcorn kernels in an even layer. Immediately add the honey to the pot.
Step 4
Carefully cover the pot, leaving the lid slightly ajar to let steam escape, and gently swirl the pot over the heat to ensure all kernels are coated with oil and honey.
Step 5
As the popcorn begins to pop, continue to gently shake the pot over the burner. Listen carefully and once the popping slows to about 2 seconds between pops, remove the pot from heat.
Step 6
Let the popped popcorn sit with the lid still on the pot for about 1-2 minutes to allow any final popping to finish.
Step 7
Immediately sprinkle the salt (and cinnamon if using) over the popcorn, covering the pot and shaking it well to distribute evenly.
Step 8
Once the popcorn has cooled to the touch, serve immediately or store in airtight containers for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (192.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 831.5 |
| Total Fat 33.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 601.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 123.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 35.5g | |
| Protein 13.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 17.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 353.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories