Honey Lavender Kettle Popcorn
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Sweet, salty and a little bit floral. This kettle corn is our movie-night snack and market-day road trip treat. It's also a fun way to show friends that lavender belongs in the kitchen.
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Why this pairing works
Salt and sugar together make each flavor taste stronger, and the lavender grinder adds a fresh floral note right at the end, when it's most noticeable.
Serves 4 Prep 5 min Cook 10 min
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 3 Tbsp coconut or vegetable oil
- 3 Tbsp Lavender Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Lavender Wildflower Honey
- Lavender Salt Grinder, to taste
- Culinary Lavender Grinder, a few twists
Directions
- Line a sheet pan with parchment.
- Heat the oil and 3 kernels in a large pot over medium-high heat. When they pop, add the remaining kernels and the Lavender Sugar and stir.
- Cover and shake the pot constantly. When popping slows to 2 seconds between pops, pull it off the heat.
- Drizzle with the honey, toss, and spread on the sheet pan.
- Season with Lavender Salt and a few twists of the lavender grinder while it's hot. Cool 5 minutes to crisp.
Serve it with: Lavender Honey Sticks (Lavender)
What is kettle corn?
Kettle corn is popcorn cooked with sugar and salt in the pot, so it comes out lightly sweet with a thin, crackly coating. It is a fair and festival favorite. Unlike caramel corn, it is not baked, so it takes about 10 minutes from start to finish.
How do you keep kettle corn from burning?
- Use a heavy pot with a lid and keep it moving the whole time once the sugar goes in.
- Stay at medium-high, not high, heat.
- Pull the pot off as soon as popping slows to 2 seconds between pops.
- Pour it onto the sheet pan right away; the hot pot keeps cooking the sugar.
How do you store kettle corn?
Once it cools completely, store it in an airtight container or zip-top bag for up to 3 days. Humidity makes it chewy, so seal it well.
How do you package popcorn as a gift?
Fill clear treat bags or paper popcorn boxes, tie with ribbon and add a honey stick. It makes a sweet favor for movie nights, birthday parties and showers.
Make it your own
- Toss in pecans or pretzels.
- Drizzle with melted white or dark chocolate once cool.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon with the sugar for a fall version.
- Pile it on a movie night snack board.
Frequently asked questions
Can I make it in an air popper or microwave?
Pop the corn plain, then toss it with 2 tablespoons warm honey, 1 tablespoon Lavender Sugar and Lavender Salt. It is softer than stovetop kettle corn but quick and easy.
Which oil is best?
Coconut oil gives the classic movie-theater flavor; vegetable or canola oil keeps it neutral.
Why is my kettle corn chewy?
It was stored before it cooled or got humid. Spread it out and let it crisp, then seal it airtight.
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