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Homemade Kettle Corn

Easy stovetop kettle corn made with popcorn kernels, oil, sugar, and fine salt. It cooks in just a few minutes and makes a sweet-salty snack.

Prep: 1 min
Cook: 4 min
Total: 5 min
Yield: 12 servings
Published: October 11, 2026
Homemade Kettle Corn

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Ingredients

  • popcorn kernels 0.5 cups
  • coconut oil 1 tablespoon
  • sugar 0.25 cups
  • salt 1 to taste

Tools

  • stovetop popcorn maker
  • large bowl
  • stirrer

Instructions

  1. Put the oil and a few popcorn kernels into a stovetop popcorn maker over medium heat. Stir with the lid closed until the kernels pop.
  2. Add the remaining popcorn kernels and the sugar, then stir vigorously with the lid on to combine.
  3. Continue stirring as the popcorn pops.
  4. When the popping slows, turn off the heat and keep stirring until you no longer hear popping.
  5. Immediately pour half of the kettle corn into a large bowl, sprinkle with salt, then repeat with the remaining kettle corn. Toss to combine.

Storage suggestions

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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