Low Fat Kettle Popcorn
Satisfy your snack cravings guilt-free with this irresistible Low Fat Kettle Popcorn recipe, a healthier twist on the classic sweet-and-salty treat. Made with just five simple ingredients—popcorn kernels, water, sugar, salt, and a touch of non-stick cooking spray—this quick and easy stovetop recipe delivers all the flavor you love with none of the excess oil. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's the perfect snack for movie nights, parties, or an afternoon pick-me-up. Lightly caramelized and delicately salted, this low-fat popcorn offers the ideal balance of sweetness and crunch, making it a must-try for health-conscious snackers. Serve it fresh for maximum crispiness or store it in an airtight container to enjoy later. This easy kettle popcorn recipe is sure to become your go-to for a wholesome treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Begin by preparing a large pot with a lid. Place the pot on medium heat and coat the bottom of the pot with a light layer of non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Add the water and sugar to the pot. Stir the mixture until the sugar starts to dissolve.
After the sugar is dissolved, quickly add the popcorn kernels to the pot.
Put the lid on the pot and carefully shake it a few times to distribute the kernels evenly in the sugar water solution.
Allow the pot to sit on the heat, occasionally swirling the pot gently to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
Listen carefully; when the popping sound slows to about 2 seconds between pops, remove the pot from the heat to prevent burning.
Quickly sprinkle the salt over the freshly popped popcorn and put the lid back on. Give the pot a gentle shake to evenly coat the popcorn with the salt.
Allow the popcorn to cool slightly as the sugar will be very hot, then transfer it to a bowl.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container once cooled completely.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
291 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1185 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 165 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.
