Homemade Healthy Kettlecorn Popcorn
Satisfy your snack cravings with this irresistible Homemade Healthy Kettlecorn Popcorn—an easy, guilt-free treat that's perfect for movie nights or midday munchies. Made with wholesome ingredients like popcorn kernels, coconut or avocado oil, and lightly sweetened with granulated coconut sugar or cane sugar, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors in every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this stovetop popcorn is seasoned with a sprinkle of sea salt for a deliciously crispy, caramelized crunch without the use of artificial ingredients or excessive oils. Whether you're looking for a healthier snacking option or a quick crowd-pleaser, this homemade kettlecorn recipe is guaranteed to hit the spot!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil or avocado oil
- 3 tablespoons Granulated coconut sugar or cane sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
Instructions
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot with a lid over medium heat. Add the coconut oil or avocado oil and let it melt and evenly coat the bottom of the pot.
Place 2-3 popcorn kernels in the pot as testers and cover with the lid. Wait until the tester kernels pop, indicating the oil is at the right temperature.
Once the tester kernels pop, remove them, and add the remaining popcorn kernels in an even layer. Quickly sprinkle the sugar over the kernels and gently stir to distribute it evenly.
Cover the pot with the lid, leaving it slightly ajar to let steam escape. Shake the pot occasionally to ensure kernels heat evenly and sugar doesn’t burn. Listen for the popping to slow down significantly (about 1-2 seconds between pops).
Immediately remove the pot from the heat, and transfer the popcorn into a large bowl to prevent burnt sugar from sticking to the bottom.
Sprinkle the popcorn with sea salt while it’s still hot, and toss gently to coat evenly.
Let the popcorn cool slightly before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
759 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.7 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.6 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1184 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.8 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 718 mg | 15% | |
*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.
