Irresistible Cinnamon Sugar Kettle Corn

Ingredients

- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup neutral oil (such as vegetable or canola oil)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the Flavored Oil:
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, 1/4 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Stir well to combine, ensuring there are no lumps in the brown sugar.

2. Heat the Oil:
Place a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the 1/4 cup of neutral oil to the pot.

3. Test the Oil for Readiness:
Drop two to three popcorn kernels into the oil. Cover the pot with a lid. Once the test kernels pop, the oil is ready.

4. Pop the Corn:
Remove the test kernels from the pot. Add the 1/2 cup of popcorn kernels to the pot. Quickly sprinkle the sugar-cinnamon mixture over the kernels and stir briefly to coat evenly. Replace the lid on the pot.

5. Pop the Kettle Corn:
Allow the popcorn to pop while occasionally shaking the pot back and forth on the stove burner. This helps keep the sugar off the bottom of the pot, preventing burning. Continue until the popping slows to about 2 seconds between pops.

6. Finish and Cool:
Remove the pot from the heat as soon as the popping slows. Carefully remove the lid (avoid the steam), then immediately pour the kettle corn onto a large baking sheet or a wide surface lined with parchment paper. This will prevent clumping.

7. Let Cool and Enjoy:
Allow the cinnamon sugar kettle corn to cool for about 5 minutes, or until it reaches a manageable temperature. Enjoy your irresistible homemade snack!

Preparation Time

PT5M
5 minutes

Cooking Time

PT10M
10 minutes

Total Time

PT15M
15 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

Kettle Corn, Cinnamon Popcorn, Sweet Popcorn, Homemade Snack, Easy Popcorn Recipe, Stove-Top Popcorn, Sweet Snack, Popcorn Recipe, Cinnamon Sugar, Quick Snack

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total Calories: 720

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