Campfire Popcorn
Get ready to elevate your camping experience with this fun and easy recipe for **Campfire Popcorn**—a smoky, crunchy treat that's perfect for outdoor adventures! Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, including popcorn kernels, vegetable oil, and a pinch of salt, this recipe uses heavy-duty aluminum foil to create a makeshift popping pouch that cooks right over the flames. The gentle shaking technique ensures perfectly popped kernels without burning, and the foil pouch doubles as a convenient serving container, minimizing cleanup. Whether you're gathered around a roaring campfire or nestled by glowing embers, this family-friendly snack is a must-try for anyone who loves the irresistible aroma of freshly popped popcorn with a hint of outdoor magic. Don’t forget to experiment with your favorite seasonings for a personalized touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 sheets Heavy-duty aluminum foil
- 1 piece Sturdy stick or skewer
Instructions
Tear off two large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil, each approximately 18 inches long.
Fold one sheet of aluminum foil in half to create a sturdier layer, then form it into a loose pouch with tall sides, leaving an opening at the top.
Add the popcorn kernels, vegetable oil, and salt to the pouch. Mix well to coat the kernels evenly in oil and distribute the salt.
Seal the pouch by folding over the open edges tightly, leaving enough space inside for the popcorn to expand as it pops.
Attach the pouch securely to the end of a sturdy stick or skewer by wrapping the edges of the foil around it or piercing it through a double-folded edge of the packet.
Hold the pouch over the campfire flames or hot coals, keeping it at a safe distance, and gently shake it back and forth to prevent burning.
Listen for the popping sounds. When the popping slows down to 1 to 2 seconds between pops, remove the pouch from the heat carefully.
Let the pouch cool slightly for a minute, then carefully open it. Watch out for steam escaping.
Serve the popcorn immediately in the foil pouch or pour it into a bowl. Add additional salt or seasonings if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
412 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1184 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 164 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
