Crispy Sweet and Salty Homemade Kettle Corn

A sweet and crunchy homemade kettle corn popped to perfection on the stovetop with a delicate balance of sugar and salt.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or oil of your choice)
• 1/4 cup popcorn kernels
• 2 tablespoons sugar (brown sugar works too)
• Salt to taste

Directions

1. Add vegetable oil and 3 popcorn kernels into a saucepan.
2. Cover with a lid and set the stove to medium-high heat.
3. Once all 3 initial kernels pop, add the remaining popcorn kernels and shake to coat in oil, then pour the sugar directly over the kernels.
4. Shake the pot for 3 seconds, rest for 3 seconds, and repeat until the kernels start popping steadily, lifting the pot slightly if needed depending on your stove type.
5. Once rapid popping begins, gently shake the pot every 1 to 2 seconds.
6. When popping slows down and you no longer hear pops for about 3 seconds, immediately transfer the popcorn into a bowl to prevent burning.