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- noun sweet-and-salty variety of
popcorn that adds granulatedsugar ,salt , andoil
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Examples
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I’m usually not a big fan of sweet kettle corn, but I wanted to make a moderately sweet version because some people love it and it is nice to be able to offer a sweet snack for the holidays.
Not-Too-Sweet Wok-Popped Coconut Kettle Corn Recipe Martha Rose Shulman 2025
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I make kettle corn all the time on the stovetop, no tricks other than to use some powdered sugar and to add all ingredients to hot oil at once and shake it often. Turn down the heat as popping slows down to avoid burning.
Kettle Corn. What are your secrets? newbstorm 2025
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Delicious kettle corn popcorn flavor for a premium popcorn experience in the comfort of your home
Orville Redenbacher’s Kettle Corn Popcorn, Microwave Popcorn, 12 Count - Walmart.com 2025
treeseed commented on the word kettle corn
Kettle corn is a sweet-and-salty variety of popcorn that adds granulated sugar, salt, and oil.
In the 1700s, kettle corn was introduced to colonial palates in the United States. It is referenced in the diaries of Dutch Settlers in Pennsylvania circa 1776. It was a special festival/fair snack food.
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January 30, 2008