Description
Sweet popcorn à la poêle is a simple yet delightful snack that adds a French twist to the classic popcorn we all love. Made on the stovetop (à la poêle) with just a handful of ingredients corn kernels, sugar, and oil this snack delivers a deliciously crispy, sweet treat in no time. Whether for movie nights, an afternoon snack, or a casual gathering, this recipe is a must-try for popcorn lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup corn kernels
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or another neutral oil)
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the Sugar Mixture:
In a large, high-sided pan (poêle), heat the oil, sugar, and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar has dissolved, creating a smooth syrup. - Add the Corn Kernels:
Once the syrup begins to bubble, add the corn kernels and stir to coat them evenly in the syrup. - Cover and Cook:
Place the lid on the pan and reduce the heat slightly. Shake the pan occasionally to prevent burning and ensure all the kernels pop. As the popcorn begins to pop, keep shaking the pan gently to make sure the caramel coats the popcorn evenly. - Cool and Serve:
Once the popping slows, remove the pan from the heat and transfer the popcorn to a large bowl to cool. Break apart any clumps of popcorn before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Keywords: sweet popcorn à la poêle, stovetop sweet popcorn, caramelized popcorn, French popcorn recipe, popcorn snack, homemade popcorn recipe, stovetop popcorn with sugar, caramel popcorn