Messy Microwave Kettle Corn
Craving a sweet and salty snack that's ready in minutes? Messy Microwave Kettle Corn is the ultimate quick treat, combining crunchy popcorn with a light caramelized coating that’s made right in your microwave. With just four pantry staples—popcorn kernels, sugar, salt, and a touch of vegetable oil—this recipe keeps things simple yet irresistibly delicious. Perfect for movie nights or mid-afternoon munchies, this mess-free method delivers that classic fairground flavor without the need for specialty equipment. Plus, it's ready in less than 10 minutes and tailored for two, ensuring every handful is freshly popped, perfectly sweetened, and delightfully crispy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Instructions
In a microwave-safe bowl with a tight-fitting lid, combine the popcorn kernels, sugar, salt, and vegetable oil. Stir well to evenly coat the kernels.
Place the lid securely on the bowl, leaving a very small vent for steam to escape.
Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, or until the popping slows to about 2 seconds between pops. Be careful not to overcook, as the sugar can burn quickly.
Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave (it will be very hot!) and let it cool for 1-2 minutes before opening the lid.
Once slightly cooled, open the lid, stir to mix the sweet coating evenly over the popcorn, and transfer the kettle corn to a serving bowl.
Enjoy your messy microwave kettle corn immediately for the best crunch and flavor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
413 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.3 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 592 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.5 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 82 mg | 2% | |
*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.
