This sweet and salty kettle corn is made on the stovetop with only 3 ingredients and a pot with a lid. It is a super easy snack for movie nights and road trips.
In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Stir in sugar and popcorn kernels.
¼ cup White sugar, ¼ cup Vegetable oil, ½ cup Popcorn kernels
Put the lid on and shake the pot frequently once hearing the poping (to prevent sugar from burning).
After 2-3 seconds (the popping will slow), remove the pot from the heat.
Sprinkle the salt on top. Transfer the popcorn into a large bowl and serve.
¼ teaspoon Salt
Notes
I recommend using a pot that is significantly sizeable. This will give everything room to move and will reduce the risk of burning.
When making multiple batches, make sure that you are washing the pot and letting the pot cool slightly between the batches. Otherwise, leftover sugar from the previous batch may end up burning immediately.
Take the popcorn off the heat as soon as the popping slows down. Do not wait for it to completely stop.